Patient's question:
Just got pregnant, and I have two cats at home. I've had them for a long time, and we've developed deep feelings for each other. Can I not have to give them away? I won't touch their feces, and I can keep a distance from them—will that be okay?Doctor's answer:
Hello, according to your description, touching cats, dogs, etc. during pregnancy can easily lead to toxoplasmosis transmission. Since the main hosts of toxoplasma are cats and dogs, if a pregnant woman keeps such pets, it may cause mental disorders in the next generation. It is recommended that women of childbearing age who are pregnant should leave pets one year in advance and undergo relevant pre-pregnancy examinations. It is best to ask someone else to take care of them for a period of time. I hope my answer can help you.