Will I transmit HPV-infection to baby during delivery? C-sec Posted: 02-06-07 16:03pm
I am concered about my unborn child. A
couple of years ago I went to the womans
clinic, i had noticed small bumps around
my private area. I was told the it was
HPV and was commonly known. They removed
them and since then i have not had any
problems up until about two months ago. I
was told that these spots usually go away
on their own so I have not bothered going
back to the womans clinic. I have the
same partner that i have had for 7 years.
But i am beyond sick with worry that my
unborn child will be infected. Is there
anything i can do to prevent this from
happening can i request a c-section?
Please please help me
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Pregnancy Answer A2332 Posted: 02-12-07 08:21am
A pregnant woman with a genital
HPV-infection (genital warts) can infect
her baby during delivery. This event is
very rare, but possible. A C-section can
prevent the transmission of the infection
during delivery. You should treat your
genital warts to prevent complications
during pregnancy (bleeding and bacterial
super-infections). The following
treatments are safe for a pregnant woman
with genital warts:
1. Trichloroacetic acid and bichloroacetic
acid;
2. Cryotherapy;
3. Laser therapy;
4. Loop electrosurgical excision, and
5. Surgical removal by electrocautery or
excision.
You may seek counsel from your
obstetrician or gynecologist.
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