Beta-hemolytic streptococcus in pregnancy
Dear mothers, during gestation it is important to do all the tests recommended by your gynecologist to ensure your well-being and that of the baby, today we are talking about the vagino-rectal swab for beta-haemolytic streptococcus in pregnancy
What is beta-hemolytic streptococcus in pregnancy?
Beta-hemolytic streptococcus in pregnancy is also commonly called Streptococcus agalactiae, it is a constituent of the genital microflora, it usually does not cause any disturbance to the woman, but it is important to reveal its presence because it can be transmitted to the baby at birth, during the passage along the canal of the vagina
The consequences of beta-hemolytic streptococcus in pregnancy
If the woman contracts beta-haemolytic streptococcus during pregnancy it does not involve any kind of discomfort or problem, but during the birth of the baby, the latter can be infected and the consequences can be serious, as the baby can contract symptoms such as: difficulties breathing with need for oxygen, fever, feeding difficulties, crying and depressed reflexes
Positive result for beta-hemolytic streptococcus in pregnancy
The swab for beta-haemolytic streptococcus in pregnancy is recommended to all pregnant women, it is an examination to be done during the 36-37 weeks, in case the swab gives a positive result, it is necessary to opt for an antibiotic treatment to demolish the 'infection.
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