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The document provides information on Group B Streptococcus (GBS) screening and treatment for pregnant women, detailing the risks associated with GBS infection in newborns, standard testing procedures, treatment options including antibiotics and alternative methods like chlorhexidine vaginal flushing, and informed consent for mothers regarding their choices related to GBS testing and treatment.

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Is the group B strep test really necessary?

All women should get screened for group B Streptococcus (group B strep, GBS) bacteria during each pregnancy. The test is simple and doesnt hurt. Screening results help healthcare providers take steps to protect newborns from serious GBS infections.

Is the GBS test optional?

This means that everyone will be offered a swab to test for GBS bacteria during pregnancy. Some healthcare providers do not test routinely for GBS, but instead recommend treatment with antibiotics in labour if you have risk factors that make GBS infection more likely.

Is group B strep a big deal?

Health problems from GBS are not common. But it can cause illness in some people, such as the elderly and those with some medical conditions. GBS can cause infections in such areas of the body as the blood, lungs, skin, or bones. About 1 out of every 4 women have GBS.

Can I refuse the strep B test?

If you want to skip the test, you have the right to refuse it. In the second part of this series on Group B Strep in pregnancy, well delve into what you can do if you test positive for GBS+whether it is towards the end of your pregnancy or earlier through a gut or vaginal microbiome test.

Does GBS positive mean Im dirty?

Group B strep is a type of bacteria called streptococcal bacteria. Its very common in both men and women and usually lives in the bottom (rectum) or . Group B strep is normally harmless and most people will not realise they have it.

What does it mean if you test positive for group B strep?

Being GBS positive has nothing to do with hygiene (how clean you are) or sexually transmitted infections. While most healthy adults do not get sick from GBS, it can make some babies very sick.

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