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Infections during pregnancy that can put your baby at risk
Knowing the signs and symptoms can be life-saving
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Throughout life, we all encounter many viruses and bacteria. However, some infections before and during pregnancy can hurt both the mom and developing fetus. These infections can cause serious illness, birth defects, and lifelong disabilities, such as hearing loss or learning problems. These infections can occur at any time during pregnancy, but, unfortunately, many women don't notice any symptoms until later in the pregnancy.
These are some common prenatal infections and how to prevent them. Click on to discover more.
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