Does rubella virus affect pregnancy?

Written by Xiong Hong Hai

Infectious Disease

Updated on September 05, 2024

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A positive rubella virus infection indeed affects pregnancy, as the rubella virus can enter the fetus through the placental barrier, thereby easily leading to stillbirth, miscarriage, and fetal deformities. Therefore, if women of childbearing age are infected with the rubella virus, they should not get pregnant at this time. It is safer to wait until the condition has fully improved before attempting to conceive. In the early stages of pregnancy, if infected with the rubella virus, a decision on whether to continue the pregnancy should be made under the comprehensive assessment of an infectious disease specialist and an obstetrician/gynecologist, taking into account the actual situation for appropriate treatment and management.

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Written by Liu Li

Pediatrics

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Can pediatric rubella be self-healing?

Children's rubella generally cannot heal on its own. Rubella in children is an acute respiratory infectious disease caused by viral infection, primarily occurring in children aged 1-5 years, mostly seen in preschool children. It can occur in all four seasons, but the incidence is relatively higher in the winter and spring. Generally, this disease cannot heal on its own; it requires antiviral medication for better improvement. Without antiviral treatment, children will suffer more.

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Written by Xiong Hong Hai

Infectious Disease

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Rubella Virus Infection Treatment Methods

Rubella is actually an acute self-limiting disease. There are no specific antiviral drugs after infection with the rubella virus; treatment is primarily symptomatic. Most cases of rubella recover completely within about two weeks. If there is significant fever or severe joint pain, symptomatic treatment can be administered, such as using antipyretics and pain relievers. Generally, hospitalization is not necessary for patients. Rubella is a self-limiting disease and most can recover completely. Generally, it does not recur. After infection, a certain degree of immunity is acquired, but it can still be re-infected in the future. However, symptoms in subsequent infections are usually mild, and many have no symptoms at all.

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Written by Huang Ling Juan

Dermatology

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What causes rubella?

Rubella is primarily caused by an infection of the rubella virus, a type of acute respiratory contagious disease. Once rubella occurs, it is transmitted through respiratory droplets, and children are more susceptible to this disease. Patients with rubella are the only source of infection. The rubella virus is transmitted through respiratory droplets and close personal contact. If pregnant women are infected with rubella, especially during the early stages of pregnancy, the virus can be transmitted to the fetus through the placenta. Rubella is caused by the rubella virus infection, but certain conditions are required such as a decrease in the body's resistance or the absence of antibodies against the rubella virus in the body, which can lead to the development of rubella. Clinically, it is usually characterized by mild fever, widespread small and unevenly sized papules across the body, and swollen lymph nodes behind the ears, on the neck, and at the base of the skull.

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Written by Xiong Hong Hai

Infectious Disease

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What should you eat to recover quickly from rubella?

Rubella is a self-limiting disease, and generally, patients do not require treatment and can recover in about two weeks. However, if symptoms are significant and include fever and joint pain, it may be appropriate to consider using some antipyretic and pain-relief medications. Most patients can fully recover in about two weeks without needing hospital treatment, but appropriate isolation measures should be taken. In terms of diet, it is advisable to consume light, easily digestible food and avoid overly spicy and irritating foods. Generally, rest is recommended, and if appetite is poor, it is better to eat small, frequent meals and avoid fatigue.

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Written by Xiong Hong Hai

Infectious Disease

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Does rubella virus affect pregnancy?

A positive rubella virus infection indeed affects pregnancy, as the rubella virus can enter the fetus through the placental barrier, thereby easily leading to stillbirth, miscarriage, and fetal deformities. Therefore, if women of childbearing age are infected with the rubella virus, they should not get pregnant at this time. It is safer to wait until the condition has fully improved before attempting to conceive. In the early stages of pregnancy, if infected with the rubella virus, a decision on whether to continue the pregnancy should be made under the comprehensive assessment of an infectious disease specialist and an obstetrician/gynecologist, taking into account the actual situation for appropriate treatment and management.