“Can a pregnant woman catch covid-19?”
I am a 23 year old female. I want to know can a pregnant woman catch covid-19?
7 Answers
Yes, pregnant women can catch COVID-19. You need to get vaccinated right away if you haven't already. The COVID vaccines are safe and effective in preventing sever illness with Covid. The vaccines are safe regarding fertility in both men and women and even safe for pregnant women. Catching COVID while pregnant, on the hand, can lead to severe illness, lifelong complications and even death. So please, get vaccinated immediately.
Yes. Please wear your mask, wash your hands frequently. Observe 6 feet distancing. Try to avoid crowds or those known to have active COVID-19. If you have a cough, fever, loss of taste or smell or other unexplained symptoms you should get tested.
Absolutely yes. A patient that is pregnant has the same likelihood of catching Covid 19 as the rest of the population. Also Covid 19 can be just as deadly. Doing this pandemic, Please wear your mask, avoid large gatherings, and socially distance to protect yourself against Covid 19.
Dr. Jessica Scotchie
OB-GYN (Obstetrician-Gynecologist) | Reproductive Endocrinology
Chattanooga, TN
That is a great question, yes, pregnant women absolutely can catch COVID-19. Pregnant women are slightly immune compromised during pregnancy, and while many patients that are pregnant are young and may do OK despite having the coronavirus, we do not yet know the impact on the health of the baby and the increased risks in pregnancy. We strongly recommend patients take extra precautions to prevent getting Covid by frequent handwashing, avoiding crowded indoor spaces, practicing social distancing and using masks.
Yes! And there are early reports of causing some placental insufficiency as well.
G. Lara Bhatnagar, M.D., F.A.C.O.G, F.I.C.S.
G. Lara Bhatnagar, M.D., F.A.C.O.G, F.I.C.S.
Definitely, One must take all of the necessary precautions and limit exposure to outside sources. If possible a self quarantine 2 weeks before delivery is advised
Hi! Pregnant women can definitely get COVID. It is very important that you protect yourself.
