Symptoms of congenital GBS infection include breathing difficulties; shock; sepsis; pneumonia; and, meningitis.
Congenital cytomegalovirus is caused in infants when the mother passes the CMV virus on to the unborn child through her placenta. It is similar to the herpes virus.
There are a number of different symptoms of congenital heart defects, as there are many kinds of heart defects. Some common symptoms include chest pain or angina, and heart burn.
Symptoms in the congenital form of myotonic dystrophy are evident at birth. Affected infants show muscle weakness, respiratory defects, and eventually, mental retardation
Yes, it is possible for a person with herpes to not have any symptoms. This is known as asymptomatic or silent herpes. However, even without symptoms, the person can still transmit the virus to others through viral shedding.
Herpies is a common sexually transmitted disease that affects at least one-fifth of the population of the United States. Approximately 80% of people with herpes do not know they have the disease and at least one million new infections are diagnosed each year in the US. Genital herpes can be treated but cannot be cured. Read on to learn more about this common disease.What is herpes?Genital herpes is a sexually transmitted disease caused by the herpes simplex virus type 2. Another type of the virus that occurs in and around the mouth is caused by the herpes simplex virus type 1.What are the symptoms of genital herpes?Many people that have genital herpes never experience symptoms. Other people have symptoms so mild that they go unnoticed. Some people experience symptoms that last for weeks before subsiding. Symptoms can return at any point during life, even years after the initial outbreak.Common symptoms of genital herpes include blisters, open sores, itching, painful urination or inability to urinate and pain in the genital area. Patients may also experience chills, headache, flu-like symptoms, fever, swelling of the arms, throat or genitals and fatigue.The first symptoms tend to appear about 14 to 20 days following infection but some patients have no symptoms for years before having an outbreak.How is herpes diagnosed?The only way to know for sure if you have herpes is to see a medical professional. A physical exam may be performed if you are experiencing symptoms. If you have not had an outbreak, a blood test can determine your status.Can herpes be treated?Although there is no cure for herpes, the disease can be treated. Certain medications can help relieve symptoms and shorten the length of an outbreak. At home, herpes patients can lessen their discomfort by taking a warm bath and wearing lightweight clothing. Pain medications such as aspirin can also provide relief.
Symptoms of congenital fifth disease include bright red rash on the cheeks; lacy, red rash on the neck, trunk, and legs; joint pain; fatigue; and, malaise.
Diagnosis of congenital infections in newborns may be based on a physical examination, symptoms, and blood or urine tests.
Mild symptoms include tightness in the chest, runny nose, shortness of breath, or dizziness
Congenital methemoglobinemia is typically benign and should be observed. If methemoglobinemia symptoms occur the person should be taken to the hospital for treatment.
Congenital angiodysplasia does exist. It is usually diagnosed in children ranging from three to fifteen years of age. It can present in three different severities: mild, moderate, and severe.
Mild symptoms include tightness in the chest, runny nose, shortness of breath, or dizziness