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What is erythroblastosis fetalis, and how does it affect pregnancy?
Gynecology and Obstetrics
Question #14736
84 days ago
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What is erythroblastosis fetalis, and how does it affect pregnancy? - #14736

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I recently heard about erythroblastosis fetalis in a pregnancy-related conversation, and I don’t fully understand what it is or how it affects both the baby and the mother. What is erythroblastosis fetalis, and why does it happen? I know it’s related to blood type incompatibility, but how does that cause serious issues during pregnancy? Also, what are the symptoms of erythroblastosis fetalis in the baby, and how is it diagnosed before or after birth? I also want to know how erythroblastosis fetalis is treated. Does it require immediate intervention after birth, such as blood transfusions, or can it be managed before delivery? Are there any preventive measures or treatments that reduce the risk of this condition during pregnancy? If anyone has experienced erythroblastosis fetalis, what was the diagnosis process like, and how was it managed? Did it affect your pregnancy outcome, or were there long-term effects for your baby?

Erythroblastosis fetalis
Pregnancy complications
Blood type incompatibility
Newborn health
Maternal care
Blood transfusions
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84 days ago
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Erythroblastosis fetalis is a serious condition that occurs when there is an incompatibility between the blood types of the mother and the baby, often when the mother is Rh-negative and the baby is Rh-positive. The mother’s immune system may produce antibodies against the baby’s Rh-positive red blood cells, leading to the breakdown of these cells, which can cause anemia and jaundice in the baby. Symptoms in the baby may include severe jaundice, swollen abdomen, and enlarged liver or spleen. It can be diagnosed through blood tests during pregnancy, and further confirmation can be done after birth with blood tests on the baby. Treatment often involves blood transfusions for the baby, especially if the condition is severe, and in some cases, early delivery may be recommended. Preventive measures include administering an injection of Rh immunoglobulin to the mother during pregnancy to prevent the development of antibodies. Managing erythroblastosis fetalis requires careful monitoring and timely intervention to ensure the health of both the baby and the mother.
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