Pregnant and having recurrent genital herpes will it affect the fetus?

Patient's question:

Had genital herpes before pregnancy, but it never recurred after getting pregnant. However, now that I'm 6 months pregnant, it has recurred. At the prenatal check-up, 9 tests for congenital deformities were conducted, and all the indicators were normal and good.

Doctor's answer:

Genital herpes is one of the sexually transmitted infections. Once it itches and is scratched, it can be transmitted to the fetus through the vagina. At the same time, sexual intercourse is prohibited. If it is transmitted to the fetus, it may also cause premature birth. Therefore, you must go to the hospital for treatment now to control the condition. Otherwise, it will have a great impact on the fetus. But never take medication privately.

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