what happens if you get listeria pregnant?
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Listeria infection during pregnancy can cause miscarriage, stillbirth, uterine infection and preterm delivery. Listeriosis has not been linked to a pattern of birth defects. Listeriosis during pregnancy can also increase the chance for serious health problems for the newborn.
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It's safe to eat shellfish during pregnancy as long as it's been thoroughly cooked. Any bacteria or viruses are usually killed by thorough cooking. However, if toxins are present, they will not be completely removed by cooking.
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You can pass salmonellosis to your baby during pregnancy. If your baby is born with salmonellosis, she may have diarrhea and fever after birth. She also may develop meningitis.
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It is common for the immune system to weaken while you are pregnant, which makes you more susceptible to getting sick. Obviously, you want to do everything possible to avoid catching something, but don't be surprised if you do get sick while you are pregnant.
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If you're pregnant or planning to get pregnant, be very careful with rodents like hamsters, guinea pigs and mice. They may carry a virus called lymphocytic choriomeningitis virus (also called LCMV) that can be harmful to you and your baby. LCMV can cause severe birth defects and miscarriage.
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No. It's best to avoid soft-serve ice cream when you're pregnant because listeria bacteria have been found in it. Many thickshakes are made with soft-serve ice cream, so they're also best avoided.
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You should seek medical care and tell the doctor about eating possibly contaminated food if you have a fever and other symptoms of possible listeriosis, such as fatigue and muscle aches, within two months after eating possibly contaminated food.
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How will I know if I have listeriosis? Symptoms of listeriosis may show up 2-30 days after exposure. Symptoms in pregnant women include mild flu-like symptoms, headaches, muscle aches, fever, nausea, and vomiting. If the infection spreads to the nervous system it can cause a stiff neck, disorientation, or convulsions.
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If a woman becomes pregnant when she already has syphilis (or becomes infected while pregnant) it can be very dangerous for the baby. Infection can cause: miscarriage. stillbirth.
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If you get infected with Zika during pregnancy, you can pass it to your baby. It causes a birth defect called microcephaly and other brain problems. Zika virus also spreads through mosquito bites and through body fluids, like blood and semen.
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As the fetus grows, it will eventually burst the organ that contains it. This can cause severe bleeding and endanger the mother's life. A classical ectopic pregnancy does not develop into a live birth.
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Having chickenpox during pregnancy could potentially lead to chickenpox infection or birth defects in your unborn child, depending on when you are infected. Shingles, too, could potentially cause problems for your baby, but most experts agree the risk is less than with chickenpox.
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If you enjoy oysters, mussels and other shellfish, you'll need to make sure that they're well cooked if you want to keep eating them during pregnancy. Raw shellfish may be contaminated with harmful bacteria and viruses that can cause food poisoning. You're more susceptible to food poisoning during pregnancy.
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A person also can get syphilis by kissing or touching someone who has sores on the breasts, or on or inside the mouth or genitals. A mother can pass the infection to her baby during pregnancy. You cannot catch syphilis from a towel, doorknob, or toilet seat.
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Congenital Rubella Syndrome (CRS) Pregnant women who contract rubella are at risk for miscarriage or stillbirth, and their developing babies are at risk for severe birth defects with devastating, lifelong consequences. CRS can affect almost everything in the developing baby's body.
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During pregnancy, food poisoning can cause serious problems for you and your baby, including premature birth, miscarriage and stillbirth. Wash your hands before handling food and learn how to handle food safely. Don't eat foods that commonly cause food poisoning.
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If you develop shingles when you're pregnant, it's usually mild and there's no risk to you or your baby. But you should contact your midwife or GP for advice as you may need antiviral treatment.