Ep 31: Pregnancy and GBS (Group B Strep)

Pregnant Woman And Gynecologist Doctor At Hospital

by Dr. Nicole Calloway Rankins

Episode #31: Pregnancy & GBS (Group B Strep)

GBS a.k.a. group B strep/group B streptococcus is a common bacteria that 15 to 40% of pregnant women carry. Outside of pregnancy, GBS is not a cause of concern. However, for pregnant women, this bacteria could hurt your baby during labor and childbirth.

In today’s episode, I’m going to talk about GBS, what is it, why do we screen for it in pregnancy, why should you even care about it, and how this can affect your pregnancy and your baby. I’ll also cover the major concerns related to it, and the necessary treatments you need to protect your baby.

If you’re wondering about GBS, don’t worry, I’m here to help you out!

In This Episode We Talk About:

What is GBS or Group B Strep
How many pregnant women are affected by it
Why should you care about GBS
How GBS can affect your pregnancy and baby
What happens to babies who are affected by early-onset GBS
The most common type of GBS
Risk-based approach vs. Culture-based approach
Alternatives when you’re allergic to penicillin
How the GBS test is done (including self-testing)
The racial disparity between black and white babies affected by GBS
How GBS treatment may affect your baby’s microbiome

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Keywords

gbs, group B strep, group B streptococcus, pregnancy, health, childbirth, bacteria, group b strep treatment, microbiome

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