Infections during pregnancy

During pregnancy, many mothers suffer vaginal infections and are not sure on what to do. We have identified some of the most common infections and how they are treated

A vaginal infection that is caused by an overgrowth of bacteria normally found in the vagina. BV has been linked to preterm birth and low birth weight babies.
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An infection that is passed through sexual contact. Many STIs can be passed to the baby in the womb or during birth. Some effects include stillbirth, low birth weight, and life-threatening infections. STIs also can cause a woman's water to break too early or preterm labor
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Bacterial infection in urinary tract. If untreated, it can spread to the kidneys, which can cause preterm labor.
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An infection caused by an overgrowth of bacteria normally found in the vagina. Yeast infections are more common during pregnancy than in other times of a woman's life. They do not threaten the health of your baby. But they can be uncomfortable and difficult to treat in pregnancy.
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This infection is caused by a parasite, which is found in cat feces, soil, and raw or undercooked meat. If passed to an unborn baby, the infection can cause hearing loss, blindness, or intellectual disabilities.
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