Infections and Pregnancy

How can infections affect your pregnancy?<p>During pregnancy, some common infections such <span class="qt1">as</span> the common cold or a skin infection do not usually cause serious problems.

Some infections, such <span class="qt1">as</span> the flu, can be more severe when you're pregnant.

But other infections can be harmful to you, your fetus, or both.</p><p>Certain infections during pregnancy may lead to or cause complications or health problems for your fetus, such <span class="qt1">as</span>:</p><ul><li>Preterm birth</li><li>Low birth weight</li><li>Serious illness</li><li>Birth defects</li><li>Lifelong disabilities, such <span class="qt1">as</span> hearing loss or learning problems</li></ul>What infections can be harmful during pregnancy?<p>Some infections that can be harmful during