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Pregnancy And Herpes

Outbreaks of viruses are common during pregnancy and herpes is included, viruses increase risks of miscarriage or future infertility. Infected women can transmit the infection to a newborn during vaginal delivery. It happens usually during an outbreak of the infection, which is accompanied by lesions. However, the lesions may be not visible. Infection of the fetus may lead to serious complications in the baby. Outbreaks of viruses are common during pregnancy and herpes is included, viruses increase risks of miscarriage or future infertility.

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Pregnancy And Herpes

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Miscarriage, Infertility

In severe cases, the condition leads to abnormalities in the fetus. Therefore, pregnant women with the virus active during the delivery time are advised to undergo a cesarean section. This is likely to decrease the chance of the baby being infected. Outbreaks of viruses are common during pregnancy and herpes is included, viruses increase risks of miscarriage or future infertility.

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Dr. Joe Glickman, Jr., M.D.

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