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18 Nov 2005

worms in pregnancy

I am 26 weeks pregnant and could find anything on the net. My child are being treated for worms via our doctor. He's 3 What if I contract worm infestation would it harm my unborn baby?. My logic says to me it wont pass the placenta am I right? Funny question but I want to know
Kind regards

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GynaeDoc

01 Jan 0001

The worms will not harm your baby. Most of the medications for worms cannot be used in pregnancy.

Best wishes

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