Doctor Maria Nikolaeva

In women during pregnancy, the body's defenses are significantly reduced, therefore, the risk of new diseases or exacerbation of existing ones increases. Among such diseases, the herpes simplex virus can become a common problem. Infection with the herpes virus occurs in childhood. In a latent form, it is constantly present in a woman's body. The recurrence of herpes on the lips during pregnancy is not dangerous, but you need to know how to effectively deal with it.

Herpetic infection most often in pregnant women is already present in the body, but it is there in a latent state. The manifestations of herpes on the lips during pregnancy can occur at any period of gestation. The time of manifestation of herpes infection depends on the period in which immunity was most reduced and when the factors that provoke the external signs of the disease affected the body.

Once infected with herpes, a person becomes a carrier of the virus for life. The disease cannot be completely cured, the activity of the pathogen can only be tamed with the help of medicines and folk remedies.

If a woman has a herpes on her lip during pregnancy, the question immediately arises: does the virus affect the development of the embryo and what are its dangers, how can you fight it. Let's consider this problem in detail.

Why is herpes activated in pregnant women

Labial herpes (the so-called cold sore on the lips) is activated against the background of hormonal changes characteristic of carrying a pregnancy and leading to a weakening of the immune system. The female body becomes vulnerable and easily seizes viruses, microbes, infections.

Infection with labial herpes (HSV-1) occurs through airborne droplets. Also, specific blisters on the lips can appear after oral sex with an infected partner. This means that the cause of herpes on the lips of a pregnant woman can be sexual contact with a sick husband. (HSV-2) is dangerous for the unborn baby - it complicates the course of pregnancy and provokes a miscarriage.

How does herpes on the lip manifest, and in what stages does the disease occur in expectant mothers? The activation of the pathogen becomes noticeable with the appearance of itching in the lip and mucous membranes of the mouth (nose). An increase in body temperature with a deterioration in well-being is possible. Further, puffiness occurs on the lip, and vesicular elements appear on the surface.

At stage 3, the bubbles burst, and the skin ulcerates. Gradually, the affected area grows overgrown with a scab, the crusts periodically crack and bleed, but the lip still heals.

A child cannot inherit labial herpes from a pregnant mother, since female antibodies are transmitted to him through the placenta and form immunity to a viral disease.

Why is herpes on the lips dangerous for pregnant women?

Consider whether herpes on the lips during pregnancy is dangerous and how great is the effect of a short-term illness on the fetus.

Doctors say that viral particles divide in skin cells in the middle layers of the dermis. Viral agents that are located in nerve cells leave their DNA material in them. But these points - nerve ganglia, are located quite far from the area of ​​manifestation of external signs of herpes.

When herpes comes out on the surface of the lips, it speaks of damage to the tissues and nerves of the face. The virus does not penetrate into the peritoneum and pelvic organs, where the uterus with appendages enters. Thus, two conclusions can be drawn:

But in some cases, herpesvirus is still dangerous for the woman and the fetus. For example, if the expectant mother has never had herpes before conception, the initial infection can spread the pathogen throughout the body. This will lead to the formation of rashes on different parts of the body and the manifestation of generalized symptoms. The body does not give an immune response to the virus, and before its formation, the strain can invade any tissue.

But you should not worry too much about this, because immunity is developed quickly, and during this time HSV-1 affects a small number of nerve axons and small areas of the labial tissue.

The sad consequences of herpes during pregnancy are with an immunodeficiency state female body... Both primary infection with the virus and relapses are dangerous for the damage and death of the fetus, there is also a risk lethal outcome for the mother-to-be.

On the later dates Labial herpes during gestation is rare (compared to the first weeks after conception). The woman's immunity adapts to the new position and becomes more resistant to relapses of the disease. In the 2nd - 3rd trimester, herpes on the lips is not dangerous to the health of the woman and the fetus. If the virus is activated on the eve of or during childbirth, the danger of infection for a newborn baby will come from the fact that the mother kisses him or performs manipulations to care for him with unwashed hands, with which she previously touched the sore lip.

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How to prevent infection of a child? It is necessary to wash your hands thoroughly, do not break off the crusts on the lips and achieve healing of the affected tissue as soon as possible. Herpes treatment should be carried out using drugs that are safe for the pregnant woman and the fetus.

How to treat labial herpes in pregnant women

Drug treatment of herpes on the lips during pregnancy is carried out in the form of external treatment of the focus with antiherpetic agents:

• Acyclovir.
• Oxolinic ointment.
• Alpizarin ointment.
• Interferon solution.
• Tromontadine ointment.

Lubricating the lips with liquid vitamin E and olive oil can help speed up the healing of bursting blisters and sores.

With severe immunodeficiency, herpes on the face of pregnant women is treated with immunoglobulins and immunostimulants - these are preparations of Eleutherococcus, ginseng, echinacea. The course of treatment includes vitamin complexes, dietary supplements and homeopathic remedies.

From folk remedies, judging by the reviews of pregnant women, egg film saves from well. They extract it like this:

Garlic is considered another harmless remedy for treating herpes in pregnant women. Rub several slices of vegetable on a fine grater and squeeze the juice from the gruel. The product is used to lubricate herpes sores. You can do it differently: just cut a clove of garlic and wipe the problem area with a cut. The procedure can be supplemented by smearing the lips with a mixture of honey and apple cider vinegar(products are combined in equal proportions).

Aloe juice should be considered as a gentle treatment option. The leaf is cut off and the healing liquid is immediately squeezed out. She is smeared with a herpes bladder or sore. You can moisten the rash with mint decoction. 1 tbsp dry herbs need to be boiled in 200 ml of water for no more than 10 minutes, leave for half an hour and strain.

During pregnancy, the expectant mother is wary of any disease. This is understandable, because the development of the baby depends on her health. Throughout the entire period of gestation, a woman's immunity is in a physiological suppressed state, therefore, all kinds of diseases now and then cling to and aggravate. What to do if herpes appears on the lips on early dates pregnancy, is it worth panicking and how to be treated?

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Reasons for the appearance

The rashes on the lips, familiar to all, are manifestations of the herpes simplex virus (HSV) of the first type. This is a classic habitat for it, but it can also exist on the genitals of women and men. The herpes virus of the second type also causes identical rashes, it can be rarely found on the lips, but the cervix and other structures of the genitals are a favorite place.

According to the WHO, around the world, about 65% of people are carriers of HSV of the first type, and about 15% of the second. But if you investigate immunity, then almost 100% have antibodies to this pathogen. The whole point is as follows.

Every person after birth at some point is faced with the herpes virus. Depending on the state of its immunity, this pathogen is either completely destroyed, or the disease disappears clinically, but the microorganism itself remains in tissues for life, namely in the structures of the nervous system.

In the latter case, as soon as the body is in a state of immunodeficiency (including during pregnancy), the virus is activated, the clinical picture is clearly visible: bubble-shaped rashes appear, preceded by itching and burning in this place, then crusts appear, but gradually everything goes away.

However, the virus is still constantly in the nerve cells that approach this place. It is located there in an inactive state until a certain time.

In order for infection to occur, a source of infection is required. Primarily, the herpes virus can enter the body in the following ways:

• The contact-household transmission mechanism implies the ingress of the virus with a towel, linen, dishes and other household items, if a person with manifestations of herpes does not have separate ones.
• The sexual route of infection is quite common, and oral-genital contacts lead to the fact that the border between the habitat of HSV types 1 and 2 is erased. That is, they can be found with equal probability both on the lips and on the genitals.
• Airborne droplets are not always implemented, more often with close contact, for example, when talking with a sick person, viruses can get to a healthy person with droplets of saliva.
• The vertical route of transmission is from the sick mother to the fetus. And if for a woman the herpes virus does not pose a particular danger, it can have a rather serious effect on a developing fetus. It all depends on the frequency of recurrence of the infection, the presence of concomitant pathology and many more factors.

So, during pregnancy, a woman's body experiences an immunodeficiency, which is necessary in order to endure half of the foreign genetic material. But on the other hand, this leads to the fact that various infections, including herpes, often appear at this time.

Where can be localized

Depending on the variant of the first contact with the virus, the clinical picture of the disease will depend. Most often, rashes appear in the area of ​​the lips, oral mucosa (soft and hard palate, gums, etc.), and also not uncommon and herpes in the nose in early pregnancy. Less commonly, the eyes and other organs (lungs, bronchi, etc.) are affected. The more pronounced the immunodeficiency, the more areas are affected and the more severe the infection progresses.

During the sexual route of infection, foci appear on the mucous membrane and skin of the labia, and upon examination, pathogens are found both on the cervix and in the cervical canal.

Is herpes dangerous?

Herpes of any type and type is a rather dangerous infection. This is due to the fact that these viruses multiply and directly change the cell nucleus, which contains the genetic material. It is because of this that herpes often leads to the threat of miscarriage, miscarriage, pathology of the placenta and amniotic fluid.

The following clinical options are relevant:

• Infrequent (once every few months) herpes on the lips, mucous membrane of the mouth or nose should not cause much concern to the expectant mother. The fact is that her blood contains antibodies to this pathogen, so the immune system will immediately capture it even before it could penetrate the fetus and harm it. In this case, it will be enough to use local creams or ointments, as well as simply treat the affected area with an antiseptic.
• Frequent herpes on the lips with the defeat of several zones should concern the expectant mother. Despite the fact that this is not even the first case of herpes, large affected areas may indicate the presence of some kind of immunodeficiency condition (the most unpleasant one is HIV). Frequent relapses do not pose a significant danger to the developing embryo, but they require certain treatment with antiviral drugs, interferons, vitamins, etc. are also added.
• Herpes on the labia is also common in pregnant women. If these are several rashes in the early stages, and the episodes do not recur, most likely, the disease will not affect the embryo in any way. But permanent foci will lead to the spread of viruses, he can get to the baby in an ascending way.
• Herpes in the cervical canal is the greatest danger to the embryo. Directly from here, it is very easy for viral elements to enter the placenta or amniotic fluid and directly to the developing baby.

Thus, it becomes clear how dangerous herpes is in early pregnancy. In each case, the risk is different. Unambiguously, the less frequent the repetitions of the disease, the less the likelihood of harmful effects.

As for the duration of pregnancy, it is dangerous to occur in the early stages, as well as on the eve of childbirth, since at this time the risk of infection of the child and the development of unpleasant consequences will be slightly higher. You should be especially careful with genital herpes, as the path to the embryo in this case is significantly reduced.

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Treating the virus

The most adequate treatment regimen can be prescribed only by a specialist after studying the entire clinical picture and talking with the expectant mother. The acute period, recurrence of herpes in early pregnancy, or primary infection have similar treatment principles.

The main areas of therapy are as follows:

• Antiviral treatment- the main thing, acyclovir is most often used for this, since its safety during pregnancy has been confirmed by many years of use in medicine in this group of patients. However, there is no reliable data, so even its appointment should be taken seriously.

Acyclovir is prescribed for the primary onset of herpes, in in this case the usual dose will be higher than the average, in the range of 0.4 - 0.8 g up to 5 times a day for 7 - 10 days. If this is a relapse of the disease, the amount of the drug taken is halved. Local use of the gel is popular and effective for small foci and rare episodes of the disease.

• Means that enhance the body's natural antiviral defenses. This includes preparations of interferon and its inducers, immunomodulators, as well as drugs based on bifidobacteria. The duration of treatment with them can affect the entire period of gestation.
• Vitamins and antioxidant complexes in courses of 10-14 days.
• With severe pain or edema, anti-inflammatory drugs are prescribed, for example, ibuprofen and the like.

Treating herpes in early pregnancy also includes following basic hygiene practices to prevent other areas from being affected, as well as to prevent transmission of the virus to other family members. They include the following:

• for the duration of the illness, it is better to allocate separate dishes in order to minimize the spread of the pathogen;
• towels and other hygiene items must also be individual;
• should refrain from intimate relationships and even from kisses during treatment;
• in no case need to rip off the crusts, there are still active viruses under them;
• if a girl uses contact lenses, it is necessary to very carefully handle her hands before the procedure;
• all medicated creams and it is advisable to apply ointments with a cotton swab or something similar, and not with your hands.

Prevention of reappearance

Despite the fact that this virus can have a serious effect on a developing baby only in 3 - 5% of cases, it is better if herpes and pregnancy do not occur in the early stages. To do this, prevention of the disease should be carried out, especially in those women who are characterized by relapses, for example, on the eve of menstruation, after ARVI, etc.

• The main thing with a tendency to recurrent infection is to strengthen the immune system. This includes both hardening, regular ventilation of the premises, and the use of interferon preparations and its inducers throughout the entire gestation period.
• Laser blood irradiation gives good long-term results, but it should be done before pregnancy, when planning.
• Vaccination against HSV of the first and second types is also effective, which will help create reliable immunity against this infection.

Herpetic infection is a serious disease that indicates a defect in some link in the immune system in case of frequent relapses. The appearance of rashes on the lips several times during pregnancy will not have a significant effect on the development of the baby.

But with frequent episodes, as well as with the location of foci in the genital area, you should definitely consult a doctor. Only a specialist can say how to treat herpes in the early stages of pregnancy or already in the second or third trimesters is effective and safe for mom and baby.

Is it necessary to treat?

Any reasonable woman understands that even the most harmless sore during pregnancy can cause irreparable harm to the health of her unborn child. Therefore, it is imperative to treat herpes that has arisen at any stage of pregnancy! Another thing is that the degree of danger of this virus for a pregnant woman depends on whether the disease is primary or secondary. If herpes on the lips has occurred before, then you can breathe a sigh of relief - the risk of complications for the baby is minimal. But even in this case, one should not be frivolous about the disease and let it take its course. If a woman first "got acquainted" with herpes on her lips during pregnancy, then such an acquaintance cannot be called pleasant, because in some cases it leads to various complications of pregnancy and childbirth, the appearance of pathologies and malformations in the fetus. It is especially dangerous to get herpes for the first time at the beginning of pregnancy, when all the organs of the unborn baby are being formed. Therefore, it is advisable for every woman to know exactly at the stage of pregnancy planning if she had herpes before, since the initial infection with the virus in an "interesting position" significantly aggravates the pregnancy.

Herpes Cure Myths

There are drugs that can cure herpes once and for all.

This is not true. Although medicine does not stand still, a cardinal cure for herpes has not yet been invented. Treatment is aimed at relieving the acute manifestation of the disease and reducing the frequency of possible relapses.

Herpes that appears during pregnancy will be inherited by the child.

This is not true. Herpes during pregnancy cannot be inherited in any way and will not lead to a predisposition of the unborn child to this disease. On the contrary, the corresponding antibodies are transferred to the baby and immunity to this type of herpes infection is formed.

Treatment of herpes on the lips during pregnancy should be carried out only in the second and third trimesters.

This misconception is associated with the common opinion of ordinary people that even minimal medical intervention in the first months of pregnancy negatively affects the health of the unborn child. However, it should be remembered that neglected herpes on the lips in this case is much more dangerous than the use of harmless ointments and remedies traditional medicine.

Algorithm of actions in case of herpes on the lips

1. First of all, you need to make sure that herpes on the lips did not arise due to another concomitant disease (colds, for example). Herpes may not only have to be treated.

2. For competent treatment of herpes on the lips during pregnancy, you must consult a doctor and follow all the recommendations received. As a rule, the doctor takes into account the “interesting position” of the woman and does not prescribe aggressive antiviral drugs in tablets (Acyclovir, Penciclovir, Foskranet and the like), since they are all capable of exerting a pathological effect on the fetus. The use of such drugs is limited by strict indications.

Basically, the number of medical prescriptions includes:

• means for drying emerging herpes blisters (brilliant green solution) are used at the very beginning to reduce the number of rashes and stop their spread;
• antiviral and other medicinal ointments that are not absorbed into the blood of a pregnant woman and therefore do not harm the unborn child: Panavir, bormentol, salicylo-zinc and oxolinic ointments. They should be applied 4-5 times a day to moisturize the skin at the site of the drying sores;
• means for strengthening immunity and vitamins are prescribed by a doctor: immunocorrectors (viferon, genferon), immunomodulators of plant origin (echinacea, ginseng, eleutherococcus), vitamins C and E;
• with frequent and profuse rashes, the doctor may prescribe moxibustion with a solution of interferon and vitamin E.

3. It is necessary to carefully observe the rules of personal hygiene:

• do not touch the herpes blisters with your hands to reduce the risk of spreading the infection to other parts of the body;
• wash your hands with soap and water before and after treating cold sores;
• not kissing during illness;
• do not use someone else's cutlery, someone else's lipstick, etc.;
• not to open herpes blisters and not to tear off scabs, so as not to aggravate the course of the disease;
• do not wet herpes sores.

4. Diet should be adjusted to increase immunity and resistance to the virus:

• drink drinks rich in vitamin C: cranberry juice, rosehip broth;
• exclude raisins and chocolate from the diet, since the amino acid arginine contained in them creates a comfortable environment for herpes in the body;
• eat more chicken, dairy products, fruits and vegetables - these products contain the "anti-herpes" amino acid lysine.

Secrets of traditional medicine in the fight against herpes on the lips

The best part about all the products below is their absolute safety for a pregnant woman. In addition, in most cases, traditional medicine recipes are very effective, especially when used in conjunction with traditional medications.

• To get rid of herpes in a day, you should apply a piece of ice from the freezer wrapped in a napkin to the affected area as often as possible. Such treatment is the more effective, the earlier it was started.
• Accelerate the healing of post-hepatic ulcers with fir, sea buckthorn, rosehip oils, oil tea tree and bergamot. Essential oils before applying to the skin, it must be diluted with water in a ratio of 1:10.
• Among the strange, but nonetheless effective recipes from herpes on the lips is the smearing of herpes sores with sulfur from your own ear or raw egg white.
• Celandine juice is used in the form of lotions 3-4 times a day.
• The calendula tincture, which is sold in the pharmacy, is very effective remedy in the treatment of herpes on the lips during pregnancy. This is due to its non-toxicity, antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties. It is necessary to lubricate herpetic eruptions with it 3-4 times a day.
• To strengthen the immune system, traditional healers recommend eating onions and garlic, grapefruits, and drinking lemon balm tea.

In general, I would like to wish all pregnant women not to waste their energy on worries about the herpes on the lips, because it is identified and cured on time - it becomes harmless for the future baby. Be healthy!

Herpes on the lip during pregnancy is an unpleasant phenomenon that many women face. Often, due to such a small illness, a wonderful period in the life of every woman can be noticeably darkened. Often, the appearance of such a disease causes a lot of anxiety in a woman who is preparing to become a mother in the near future. If in ordinary life such a manifestation only brings inconvenience, now the question arises, will the disease bring some negative consequences for the baby?

Should I be worried?

Herpes on the lips during pregnancy also appears during the transmission of the virus through bodily contact with a person who has been infected, by airborne droplets and by household contact.

Is there a danger during infection?

Yes, if there is a primary infection, and herpes appears for the first time on the lip. In this case, the fetus is really in danger. If the body has not experienced this kind of illness, and the virus is already in the body, then there is no threat to either future mother, nor for the unborn child he will not represent.

A cold on the lip during pregnancy - what is the reason?

Before starting to deal with such a manifestation, it is worth understanding why it arose and whether it is possible to minimize the likelihood of its occurrence in the future. The development of such an infection in pregnant women often occurs due to a noticeable decrease in immunity. This happens against the background of such factors as:

1. Existing chronic diseases.
2. Noticeable fatigue.
3. Severe hypothermia of the body.
4. Noticeable lack of nutrients, trace elements, vitamins.
5. An imbalance of hormones, which is often encountered while waiting for a child.
6. Usage drugs that can lead to colds.

In what types does the disease appear?

Cold sores during pregnancy can have several manifestations. Naturally, it does not take place in any form. They can differ markedly from each other, and ultimately affect both the course of the pregnancy itself and the development of the fetus as a whole.

If a woman expecting a baby has already had herpes rashes on her lips before pregnancy, then the probability of transmitting this virus to the fetus will be no more than 5%. If a woman did not come into contact with the herpes virus until the moment she became pregnant, and the infection occurred at the moment when she was expecting a baby, then the probability negative impact the fruit immediately reaches 90%. Here without medical care not to do it, because a timely response to such a manifestation can save a child's life.

Doctors divide the existing variants of the manifestation of herpes into several types. These include:

1. The primary form of the disease. It is carried out at a time when a woman is only infected. It manifests itself when there are no antibodies in the body that can fight pathogenic microbes. Usually occurs at the moment when herpes on the lips during pregnancy appears for the first time, and the woman has not yet had it.
2. Recurrent herpes. The infection is carried out even before pregnancy. The disease manifests itself in the event that immunity decreases, respectively, the symptoms of this disease appear. If at this time a blood test is carried out, then it can be noted that the body has herpes antibodies.
3. Asymptomatic transmission of the virus. In this case, the virus will spread inside the woman's body, transmitted from cell to cell. At the same time, none of the symptoms of the disease will give itself out. It is possible that even herpes on the lip during pregnancy will not appear, but a woman may be infected.

How does herpes 1 type occur during pregnancy?

The manifestation of the disease on the lips, which can be in pregnant women, does not differ from that which usually manifests itself in women who are not expecting a child. The basic difference is how the disease will proceed. The initial appearance on the lips usually looks like a small rash. Less commonly, the disease manifests itself on the oral mucosa. Spots appear, which over time will transform into large bubbles with liquid in their cavity.

A few more days will pass and they will burst. A crust will appear at the site of the injury. However, in addition to rashes, other diseases or intoxication can be tracked, which include:

1. Intense burning sensation in the place where it was damaged.
2. Itching, swelling, discomfort and discomfort.
3. Body temperature, reaching 38 degrees.
4. Severe muscle pain, aching joints.

Other types of the disease will not manifest themselves so sharply, they will not cause intoxication of the body. However, the appearance of rashes on the lips is possible. Regardless of what kind of herpes on the lip appeared during pregnancy, and whether the pregnant woman was infected, it is necessary to see a doctor as soon as possible. This ensures that the pregnancy will continue without complications in the future.

What is the main danger?

Herpes during pregnancy on the lip can be dangerous if a woman becomes infected up to 12 weeks, that is, in the first trimester of pregnancy. It is here that the fetus itself is formed, and the virus enters both the blood of the pregnant woman and the blood of the fetus, spreads throughout the body. When it reaches the placenta, there is a greater risk of harm to the developing baby.

The second trimester of pregnancy will be no less dangerous, because up to 22 weeks there will also be a risk of pathologies. If the virus is severely affected, then there is a likelihood of miscarriage, the formation of any deformity, the appearance of signs of pneumonia and other abnormalities.

The third trimester of pregnancy will not be as dangerous as the first and second. In isolated cases, the virus will cause the premature birth of a child, damage, abnormal development of the baby's brain, or the birth of the dead fetus. These questions relate to cases of primary infection of a pregnant woman.

If a pregnant woman has previously suffered such a disease, then re-infection will not occur. In the body of the expectant mother there are special antibodies that can easily protect the fetus from infection, prevent the manifestation of negative symptoms. In this case, a cold on the lip during pregnancy poses almost no danger.

What should a pregnant woman do?

Given that the signs of herpes are immediately visible, especially in expectant mothers who have encountered such a disease, it is necessary to immediately begin to eradicate this manifestation. Initially, you should forget about self-medication, because a cold on the lip during pregnancy can be as dangerous for babies as other diseases of the expectant mother. Only a gynecologist will be able to optimally prescribe treatment, starting from what week of pregnancy the woman is in, what is the activity of the virus, at what stage of the disease and what type of virus is in the body.

Many medications are now contraindicated for pregnant women, in particular, this also applies to medications for herpes. Therefore, it is necessary to select medicines that will help eliminate the manifestation of the disease and not harm the unborn child. There are products that come in the form of ointments, gels, or creams for use on the skin. Pills and other medications used internally are very rarely prescribed during pregnancy. Popular antiviral agents are Acyclovir, Gerpevir, Zovirax. They are applied to the place where inflammation is manifested, and the active substance will not penetrate the blood and placenta, so such medicines are suitable for treatment.

It is important to remember that in addition to drugs, to fight the virus, it is necessary to take vitamins, minerals, strengthen and enhance immunity. Then the probability of disease, abnormal development of the fetus is minimized. A large role will be played by a full and healthy sleep, strengthened immunity, the correct composition of the diet of a pregnant woman.

You can also minimize the likelihood of herpes manifestation if you adhere to the rules of personal hygiene, do not tear off the formed bubbles and crusts. So you can only harm yourself and the unborn child more, re-become infected on your own. If the disease is detected on time, and it was not too late to start treatment, it will disappear after a maximum of a week. After that, it is necessary to undergo an ultrasound examination again to make sure that everything is fine with the child, it is also necessary to be under the supervision of a doctor and constantly follow his recommendations.

In order for herpes infection not to become something unexpected, it is necessary to adhere to certain preventive measures, and they need to start before conceiving a child. These rules include:

1. Blood donation for analysis and detection of herpes.
2. Constant adherence to the rules of personal hygiene.
3. The correct approach to planning a child, considering that both parents must undergo a complete examination.
4. Maintaining a high level of immunity.
5. Timely treatment of infectious and viral diseases.
6. Hardening.
7. Minimization of bad habits or complete rejection of them.

What is worth knowing about being infected with a disease?

There are some nuances that a woman who is already carrying a child or is just preparing to become a mother should know about the disease. There are three main points:

1. The primary infection, which most often occurs through, spreads throughout the body. It can manifest itself not only high temperature, but also a rash on the body. In fact, the mother does not have immunity to this disease, so the virus spreads everywhere, infects any tissue. Immunity forms quite quickly, but in a short period of time the virus manifests itself in individual nerve cells or in certain areas of tissue and skin on the lips.
2. If there is an immunodeficiency state of a pregnant woman, it is possible that the fetus will be affected by such a disease. When the virus becomes infected, the disease relapses. The virus cannot be contained in the tissues and cells of the mother's body, because antibodies do not form immunity to it. When this happens, most often the fetus will be infected and will die in the future. This condition is dangerous, because the probability of death of the pregnant woman herself is high.
3. Don't forget about genital herpes. Most often, infection occurs during intercourse with a pregnant woman, and in the future, the virus can then be transferred to the lips when it comes to oral sex. Note that the consequences of genital herpes can be very dangerous for the unborn child. But practice shows that such a situation is unlikely. If the mother already has immunity to the virus with which she was previously infected, then re-infection with genital herpes is almost completely excluded.

Difficulties arise when it comes to oral sex, and a pregnant woman has not "picked up" the herpes virus before. In this case, there is a high probability of infection. If we are talking about genital herpes, then most likely the fetus will be infected, after which an abortion will be required.

The above cases- these are examples of how you will have to act and carry out treatment in a particular situation should be at a doctor's visit.