Syphilis, as a common infectious disease, poses a significant threat to the health of pregnant women and fetuses. When facing this disease, pregnant women need to be extra cautious, not only to protect themselves but also to ensure the health of the newborn. During syphilis treatment, pregnant women should pay attention to the following aspects:
For women planning pregnancy with a history of syphilis, comprehensive pre-pregnancy syphilis testing is essential, regardless of past experience of promiscuity or known syphilis infection. This includes syphilis serum screening (common methods such as VDRL or RPR tests) in formal medical institutions, as well as confirmatory tests like FTA-ABS or TPHA. If any of these tests show a positive reaction, it indicates the need for further treatment with drugs such as penicillin until syphilis is completely eradicated.
Specifically, if a pregnant woman’s test results are negative in the early stages of pregnancy, it is recommended to confirm again in the third month of pregnancy; and if serological tests still show positive results near delivery, comprehensive treatment should be promptly received to minimize the impact on the fetus.
Furthermore, even for previously healthy pregnant women who acquire syphilis during pregnancy, it is important to promptly follow medical guidance for professional treatment to control the condition in a timely manner and ensure the safety of both mother and baby.
In conclusion, whether there is a history of syphilis before pregnancy or a new infection during pregnancy, pregnant women should prioritize syphilis screening and treatment, follow medical advice, have regular check-ups, to safeguard the health of themselves and their unborn child.
