Can the coronavirus reach a baby from a pregnant mother? WHO gave this answer

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So far, 91 lakh 94 thousand 960 people have been infected with the coronavirus in the world. Of these, 49 lakh 41 thousand 766 people have become healthy. At the same time, 4 lakh 74 thousand 508 people have died. On the other hand, three children born together on Monday in the city of San Luis Potosi, Mexico, have been found corona infected. Confirming the case, Health Secretary Monica Wrangel said that the corona report of all three children from the day of birth was positive, however, children did not show signs of the corona. Now the question arises as to how the infection reached the children. In such a situation, Health Secretary Monica says that the virus infection in the newborn may have occurred immediately after delivery. This is not the first case of corona infection in the newborn, but it is rare. Coronavirus cases in Mexico have reached 1 lakh 85 thousand 122. So far 22 thousand 584 deaths have been reported from Corona here. At the same time, according to the BBC report, corona infection in the newborn can reach the baby through the umbilical cord from the womb of the infected mother. According to researchers at the Yale School of Medicine in the US, a case of infection from the umbilical cord to corona has also been reported. In such a situation, many questions arise in the mind of every pregnant woman, how to protect herself and her children from infection during the corona crisis. We have brought some such questions for you, the WHO has answered.

- Are pregnant women at higher risk of coronavirus?

WHO: Research is going on around the world, but so far no evidence has been found to prove that pregnant women are more at risk of corona infection than ordinary people. However, during pregnancy, many changes occur in the body of pregnant women, which may make them prone to respiratory infections. So take the necessary precautions. Seek medical advice if you have fever, cough, and shortness of breath.

- Does a woman suffering from corona need cesarean delivery?

WHO: No. Cesarean delivery is recommended only when appropriate according to the doctor. The type of delivery of every woman depends on her condition.

Can a corona-infected woman breastfeed a child?

WHO: Yes, she can do this but it is important to keep in mind a few things, such as wearing a mask while breastfeeding, washing hands before and after touching the baby. If infected with corona and not in a position to breastfeed the child, you can use express milk or donor human milk.

- I am pregnant, how do I keep myself from getting corona infection?

WHO: Pregnant women also need to take the same precautions that are being advised to the common people.

# Wash hands repeatedly with alcohol-based sanitizer or soap.

# Stay away from crowded places.

# Do not touch the eyes, nose, and mouth again and again.

# Keep the mouth on the right elbow or use tissue paper while coughing or sneezing. Dispose of tissue paper once it is used.

# If you feel cough, fever, seek medical advice immediately.

- Does a pregnant woman need a corona check?

WHO: How much investigation is needed, depends on where you live. If you feel any symptoms associated with infection, then get it checked immediately because in such a situation special care is required.

Can the coronavirus reach a pregnant woman in her child?

WHO: No information has been revealed from the pregnant woman about the virus reaching her baby. So far the coronavirus has not been found in pregnant woman's amniotic fluid and breast milk.

- What precautions need to be taken during pregnancy and delivery?

WHO: Every pregnant woman needs to be cautious about whether she is infected with corona or not. During delivery, it is necessary to have a family member according to the woman's wishes. There should be direct interaction with the maternity staff. If the infection is confirmed, the health worker needs to take the necessary precautions so that other women are not affected. In such a situation, the woman must have a hand sanitizer, mask, gown, and medical mask.

- Should the newborn be touched if the mother is infected?

WHO: In such times, do not keep a distance from children, but take care in every situation. Take care of cleanliness while giving newborn breastfeed. Wash hands before touching the newborn. Wherever you place it, the place should be clean. Keep yourself away from the people around and use a tissue when sneezing or coughing.

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