Ringworm (Erythema Infectiosum): Ringworm and Pregnancy

During pregnancy, the virus can be transmitted to the unborn child through the placenta (placenta).

Consequences of infection for the unborn child include:

  • Intrauterine fetal death (IUFT).
  • Hydrops fetalis – disease of the fetus with increased edema (fluid accumulation) in fetal soft tissues and serous body cavities
  • Spontaneous abortion (miscarriage)

Notice. The majority, that is, 60% of infections in the course of pregnancy, proceeds without signs of disease in the mother!

The detection of an initial infection with ringworm in pregnancy allows the targeted monitoring ultrasound diagnosis, so that in the event of hydrops fetalis early blood exchange therapy can be given to the unborn child.