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Sexually transmitted diseases or infections that are transmitted by sexual act with an affected person are referred to as STDs. An affected person can transfer STD to by having oral, anal or vaginal sex. It can either be bacterial or viral infection, and can also be transferred by using infected needles, razors or other household material and even by coming in contact with open wounds. STDs are serious problems and should be immediately treated irrespective of the fact whether you are expecting or not. STDs in pregnancy makes you and your baby susceptible to many lethal infections, and in some cases these infections can prove to be deadly.
Though you will be tested for some STDs in your first pre-natal visit, it is important that you do tell your doctor if you have any sexual activity that you may suspect of being affected with STD. Also let your doctor know if you have had a history of any STD or have used any needles for a tattoo or maybe drugs. It is important to mention this to the doctor so as to avoid implications on the baby. Sexually transmitted diseases include:
Most often, no symptom of an STD can be seen unless tested. However, you may notice the below signs if you are infected:
The main factor determining your line of treatment is the extent to which the STDs have progressed. Oral administration or single shot of antibiotics are effective in curing syphilis and gonorrhea. Many antibiotics are safe during pregnancy, and your doctor will prescribe only them. The treatment of sexually transmitted infections in expectant mothers is listed as below:
Keeping in mind the age old adage, “Prevention is better than cure”, here are listed some simple tips to help you protect yourself from STDs:
STDs can infect pregnant as well as non-pregnant woman. Pregnancy does not provide a woman any shield from STDs, Sometimes STDs are silent and do not manifest their symptoms therefore every pregnant women is screened during antenatal check-up as routine procedure. STD infection during pregnancy predisposes not only the mother to lethal risk but also the life of the newborn. A STD affected pregnant woman is at a great risk of catching HIV infection. Timely screening and proper treatment can cure the condition. The risk can be cut down if the expectant woman is tested for STDs in early pregnancy and in the third trimester.
Expectant mothers are screened for STDs in their first antenatal visit and if diagnosed are treated accordingly. Immediate and proper treatment is the only way to cure the mother and the baby. Sexual partners should also be checked and treated accordingly.
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