The risk of these 3 diseases is highest in pregnancy, know from experts how to take care

Infections in pregnancy: Women can easily become victims of any type of infection during pregnancy. But there are 3 diseases in these, which can be dangerous if a woman gets it.

Infections in pregnancy: There are many changes in the body of women during pregnancy. During this, the immunity of some women starts to weaken. In such a situation, they are at risk of getting many types of infections. These infections can be harmful for the mother as well as the unborn child. In such a situation, along with identifying their symptoms on time, treatment is also necessary.

Dr. Manali Aggarwal at the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi, in a conversation  has given information about some diseases that occur during pregnancy in women.

There is a danger of these diseases

Dr. Manali explains that women can easily become victims of any type of infection during pregnancy. But there are 3 diseases among these, which if a woman gets it and it is not treated at the right time, then birth defects can occur in the child.

Toxoplasmosis infection is seen a lot in these diseases. This disease is caused by Toxoplasma Gondi parasite. This infection can also spread from an infected mother to her child. If a woman has fever, headache, body pain and swollen lymph nodes during pregnancy, then it can be a symptom of toxoplasmosis. In this situation a doctor should be consulted.

(Dr. Manali Aggarwal of AIIMS)

Rubella virus

Rubella is a viral disease. Which spreads during sneezing and coughing. The possibility of getting this virus is very high in pregnant women. Symptoms of rubella can remain in the body for a few weeks. Its symptoms are similar to flu. Some patients may also have the problem of getting red rash on the body.

Herpes disease

In herpes disease, small pimples start coming out on the body. Water gets filled in these grains. There is a risk of getting this infection after pregnancy. Pain can also occur in these rash, this disease is caused by Varicella zoster virus. Since it is an infectious disease, prevention from it is very important.

This is how to defend

Dr. Manali explains that it is important to take care of hand hygiene to prevent diseases during pregnancy. Wash your hands and eat. These women should stay away from sick people. If someone in the house has flu-like symptoms, protect yourself. Get vaccinated at the right time. Get vaccinated against diseases like rubella, flu