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Exposure to chickenpox or rubella by a nonimmune pregnant woman may be treated with an injection of immune globulin to help prevent fetal transmission.

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Why would a fertility specialist recommend the rubella vaccine?

A woman who does not have antibodies to rubella is at risk for serious birth defects in her baby if she gets German measles while she's pregnant. Rubella screening and immunization is part of the standard preconception workup.


Is rubella a latent viruse?

No, it is not. However, congenital rubella syndrome is. This occurs when a pregnant woman contracts rubella early on in her pregnancy. The rubella may or may not affect the infant.


Is Rubella a disease?

Yes. Rubella, or "german measles", is responsible for birth defects when contracted by a pregnant woman who has never had the disease.


Is rubella a costly disease?

Yes. Rubella, or "german measles", is responsible for birth defects when contracted by a pregnant woman who has never had the disease.


What type of a rash can two month pregnant woman have that can cause her developing baby birth defects?

Rubella


What are some of rubella virus fatalities?

In the past, rubella caught by a pregnant woman was dangerous, and usually fatal, for a fetus. One actress, Gene Tierney, lost a baby to the virus many years ago. There was a vacine given for rubella for many years to help prevent this.


What kinds of things could cause a baby to be born with a disability?

I don't know many, but I do know that if a pregnant woman catches rubella while pregnant, yes, her baby can be born with a disability.


What does rubella do to the body?

Rubella is a contagious infection that leaves a rash on your skin. Rubella is also called German Measles. The rash looks like either pink or light red spots, which can form evenly colored patches. Rubella can lead to swollen lymph nodes in other parts of the body, and pain and swelling in the joints. Rubella in pregnant woman can cause congenital rubella syndrome. Children who are infected with rubella pre-birth are at risk for many things such as growth and mental retardation, malformations of the heart and eyes, deafness, and liver, spleen, and bone marrow problems. It's very serious for pregnant women diagnosed with rubella get a vaccine immediately.


If a woman is pregnant and has chlamydia can she deliver vaginally?

A pregnant woman with chlamydia is treated before delivery. There's no change in method of delivery needed, as treatment is reliable and simple.


How should a pregnant woman be treated?

A pregnant woman should be treated like a princess. A pregnant woman should get whatever she wants. She is carrying a baby in her womb, that is precious. Her hormones are all over the place, so think before you speak to her, it will save many hurt feelings. Remember everything she is feeling is new to her too, try to help her through it.


Why do they test women for rubella before getting pregnant?

Infants born with rubella may already show signs of heart disease, retarded growth, hearing loss, blood disorders, vision problems, or pneumonia. They may also develop problems later in childhood, including autism, hearing loss.


Can you get treated for chlamydia at 37 weeks pregnant?

Absolutely. There are effective and safe treatments, and it would be best for a pregnant woman to get treated before delivery. Please talk with your prenatal health care provider about this matter as soon as possible.