Chickenpox:
May affect the pregnancy of a woman
who has not previously had the disease
If a pregnant woman is exposed in pregnancy
then she should promptly inform her GP and whoever is giving her ante-natal care
who can do a blood test to check she is immune;
subsequent management will depend on the woman's immune status
Pregnant Female guidance
INFECTIVE CONDITIONS
German measles (Rubella):
if a woman who is not immune to rubella
is exposed to this infection in early pregnancy
her baby can be affected.
Female staff should be able to show evidence of immunity to rubella
or, if that is not available, have a blood test and, if appropriate, immunisation
If a woman who may be pregnant
comes into contact with rubella
she should inform her GP promptly
Slapped cheek disease (Parvovirus):
occasionally, parvovirus can affect an unborn child.
If a woman is exposed early in pregnancy (before 20 weeks)
she should promptly inform whoever is giving her ante-natal care.
Scarlet fever in pregnancy
There's no evidence to suggest that getting scarlet fever during pregnancy will harm your baby.
But it can make you feel unwell, so it's best to avoid close contact with anyone who has it.
