Ureaplasma during pregnancy - consequences for the child

Ureaplasma, revealed during pregnancy, can have negative consequences for the development of the child and the process of gestation in general. It is worth noting that this microorganism itself belongs to the conditionally pathogenic, therefore for a long time can be present in the reproductive system of a woman, without letting itself know. However, with the onset of gestation, a change in the environment of the vagina, favorable conditions are created for the development of this pathogen. That is why, often ureaplasmosis is diagnosed only during pregnancy.

What are the consequences of having ureaplasma during pregnancy?

Often, with the development of ureaplasmosis in the early stages of gestation, abortion can occur. Most often, spontaneous abortion occurs as a result of a disruption in the formation of the organs and systems of the embryo, which leads to ureaplasmosis.

In later pregnancy, abortion can be the result of softening the cervix, which causes ureplazma. In addition, there is a danger for the future mother, as well. this pathogen significantly increases the risk of infection of the reproductive organs. In the postpartum period, endometritis often develops .

Speaking about the consequences for the child of increasing the ureaplasma titre of parvum during pregnancy, it is necessary to say about such a violation as fetoplacental insufficiency. It is accompanied by the development of oxygen deficiency, which in turn can lead to a malfunction of fetal development, changes in the formation of brain structures.

What else threatens the child with ureaplasma in pregnant women?

With this violation, there is a risk of developing intrauterine infection. Infection of the fetus can occur through the blood from the mother's body. Even if the placental barrier can not be overcome by the causative agent, the probability of infection of the baby when passing through the birth canal during delivery is high. That is why at the late gestation period, doctors conduct sanation of the birth canal, prescribing antibacterial drugs, vaginal suppositories.

When a child is infected with ureplasma, first of all there is a damage to the respiratory system, pneumonia. Inflammation of the meninges can also develop, blood infection. The course of treatment is developed individually, taking into account the severity of the disease, its manifestations, the state of the child. It must be said that in the prevention of ureaplasmosis after 30 weeks of gestation, such child disorders can be avoided.