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    I am pregnant. Can my STD affect my baby?

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    I have chlamydia which I caught from a previous sexual partner. I am now pregnant and want to know if this will affect the baby in any way?
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    Yes.  If left untreated, a maternal chlamydial infection can cause neonatal conjunctivitis and/or trachoma. It can be treated by 7 - 14 days of erythromycin. Other ‘STD’s that can have an affect on unborn and new born babies are herpes, HIV and syphilis.

    Vivienne,
    Women’s Health Educator
    Health Information Line, Women’s Health Queensland Wide
     
    Women living in Queensland can also call our Health Information Line - a free information and referral service for Queensland women - on 3839 9988 or 1800 017 676 (toll free outside Brisbane).
     
    Please note that all health information provided by Women’s Health Queensland Wide is subject to this disclaimer

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