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Can tb lymphadenitis pass to fetus even after the mother is treated? is there a risk for baby being born with tuberculosis?

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Dr. Shalini Sethi answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Tuberculosis: Yes , perinatal tuberculosis is rare but can occur. In suspected congenital tv , placenta needs to be examined, histologicaylly, culture done for Tb.Tb skin test maybe negative for first 6 months. Baby will need anti tuberculosis medicine .

Answered 7/20/2019

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