Chicken Pox during pregnancy?I am 22 weeks and 4 days pregnant and i have a small case of chicken pox ... can this hurt the baby? yes i know i should call my doc but he is not in his office today so i will call tomorrow. i just wanted to know if anyone has had them too or has info about it till i can see my doc. thank you
Answer by yzerswoman
Chicken pox are more dangerous to you in adulthood than they are in childhood.
If you get chicken pox during the first half of pregnancy, there's a slight risk that your baby will get something called congenital varicella syndrome. This condition is characterized by birth defects, including skin scarring, malformed limbs, an abnormally small head, vision or hearing problems, and motor or mental developmental disabilities. A baby with congenital varicella syndrome may also suffer poor growth in utero.
If you do contract chicken pox, you'll have a detailed ultrasound at 18 to 20 weeks to look for signs of defects or other problems and at least one follow-up sonogram later to see how your baby is doing. You may also choose to meet with a genetic counsellor to discuss the risks in your particular case and decide how you want to proceed.
GET YOURSELF TO THE HOSPITAL!
Answer by Robyn H
I can't imagine the chicken pox hurting your baby, besides there isn't anything you can do about the chicken pox except brave through it. But yes you are right, the doctor should know tomorrow so that they can monitor the baby while you get rid of the the pox
Answer by happymommy
My mom had shingles (adult form of chicken pox) when she was pregnant with me. I like to think that I turned out fine. There could be some risk of some sort of something or other to the baby, but there's really nothing you can do about it. The baby should be fine. As long as you are talking to your doc tomorrow, just stay calm and take care of yourself.
Answer by candice l
NO BECAUSE WHEN MY MOM WAS PREGNANT WITH MY LITTLE SISTER AND SHE HAD CHICKEN POX.
Answer by vnita
Yes they can possibly hurt your baby, you are half way through the pregnancy so that's a good thing. But I went for my first appointment @ 6 weeks and the Dr. asked me if I had ever had them, I wasn't sure. But she told me that they can cause birth defects. But again you are pretty far along, and your babies organs have already developed. Make sure you call the Dr ASAP. GOOD LUCK
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