I kinda know what it is but not really please inform me on this doctor said its a bacteria and I have to go on an IV when I go into labor she didn't tell me anything else.
2007-01-26 01:51:56 · 9 answers · asked by crystald24 2 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Pregnancy
It is very common bacteria in the vagina and rectum of some mothers and not harmful to you but the baby could have problems from a natural delivery if they get it into their lungs. The Dr. will give you IV anitibiotics during labor and these will protect the baby. Relax, follow this small precaution and baby will be fine :-)
2007-01-26 02:01:50 · answer #1 · answered by abbersmomma 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
No, it's not dangerous to you. Apparently it's a bacteria that's naturally present in the body of some people without making them sick. It would have the potential to make the baby sick if the baby were exposed to it while being born. The IV antibiotics prevent the baby from being harmed by it. If you didn't get the IV during labour, they would just give the baby an IV after birth for the same reason. I had the same thing, and the IV was a bit of a bother, but worth it!
2007-01-26 02:07:11 · answer #2 · answered by girlie 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I also had this problem, it is a natural bacteria that is not harmful to you , but is for your baby. The IV that they will put you on will be an antibiotic that will protect the baby from the bacteria. Some doctors will even put you on oral antibiotics the last week or two of your pregnancy, and also do the IV during labor. You and your baby should be fine.
2007-01-26 02:02:39 · answer #3 · answered by Angela C 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Being positive for group b strep has a potential to be dangerous for your baby. But rest assured, that taking precautions always result in a happy, healthy baby.
Being positive for group b strep means that you'll need antibiotics the moment you go into labor so that the bacteria doesn't pose any trouble to the baby by the time you deliver. I'm sure your doctor has already told you... .call your doctor the minute you think you're in labor.
Here is a very informative article on group b strep. http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/195/Group-B-Streptococcus-The-most-common-cause-of-life-threatening-infection-in-newborns-in-the-UK/?highlight=group+b+strep
2007-01-26 03:48:23 · answer #4 · answered by mrs.izabel 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I had the same thing and this means each pregnancy after wards you will need the same thing, an IV of antibiotics while you deliver. It just means you are a carrier for a certain bacteria and they hope to use the antibiotics so it doesn't carry on to the baby. Make sure your doc knows if you are allergic to penicillin/amoxicillin, etc.
This is a huge website all about Group B:
http://www.groupbstrep.org/info0.html
2007-01-26 02:03:06 · answer #5 · answered by mldjay 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i grow to be additionally these days examined + for group beta strep. i did no longer have it final being pregnant. I researched it and found that that's a hassle-loose virus that often has no section outcomes on adults. We in basic terms ought to settle for an IV of antibiotics to keep away from unfold of it to newborn. even without antibiotics, oftentimes the toddler is large. maximum necessary for preemies. in spite of the undeniable fact that to be on the secure section, we get the antibiotic throughout exertions. that's totally hassle-loose.
2016-09-28 00:27:55 · answer #6 · answered by carol 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Had it last 2 of 3 and they did the iv with amoxcillin and all went fine! This is so common and you should not worry!!! The drip will protect the baby!!!!
2007-01-26 02:06:32 · answer #7 · answered by whoa,3boys! 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
That's because you don't need to know anything else- you just need anti biotics during delivery to prevent your baby from getting infected. It's great that you know now about having GBS because it prevents your child from getting poorly- there'd be more to worry about if you hadn't been tested :)
2007-01-26 02:05:40 · answer #8 · answered by ♥Pamela♥ 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No, it's really not a big deal. Just need antibiotics at delivery. It's not concerning.
2007-01-26 01:57:44 · answer #9 · answered by Jay Jay 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋