Information on Rubella (German measles) during pregnancy

[Rebecca]

This infection is due to a virus which is reached by coughing and sneezing. Shortly after infection with the rubella virus, a non-itchy rash appears all over the body which lasts for 2-3 days. If infection occurs during the first 4 months of pregnancy, the baby may develop birth defects or may even die within the uterus. All females should be vaccinated against Rubella during childhood; but no females should be vaccinated during pregnancy.

........By Rebecca.

[dumdas]

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