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Research Notes on Herpes Zoster During Pregnancy


Depending on the stage of a woman's pregnancy, herpes zoster can cause risks to the unborn child.1 The treatment course for pregnant women is similar to that for women who are not pregnant.1 Most women are treated with antiviral medication.

Fast Facts:

  • It is rare for a woman to develop herpes zoster during pregnancy.1
  • Medication usually does not harm the fetus.1
  • Some women are treated with pain medicine.

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Research Notes References

  1. 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 eMedTV: Herpes Zoster During Pregnancy

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