Abstract
Aim: To evaluate whether intrauterine growth retardation (IUGR) protects against the development of allergy. Methods: A case‐control study of 1515 subjects (15–25 y), of whom 430 were cases (birthweight/length below – 2 SD for gestational age). Birth data were from the national birth register. The frequencies of allergic diseases were evaluated by questionnaire. Results: For the 950 who replied, the frequencies of allergic diseases were similar in cases and controls. Conclusion: IUGR does not protect against the development of allergy.
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