Patient's Query
Hi doctor,
I am 33 weeks pregnant now. I had slight fever and muscle aches recently. I am scared about listeria while pregnant. Could you please tell me the symptoms of listeria? Also if it is listeria, how long will it take to affect the baby? I need some advice about listeria please.
Hi,
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Symptoms of mild listeriosis include fever, muscle ache, nausea and diarrhea. Rarely in severe cases, there is meningitis. You should have a history of taking infected raw milk, cheese, vegetables or meat. Pregnancy with listeriosis needs treatment as fetus can be infected leading to still birth or preterm birth. You should proceed to your doctor as you need blood tests if you suspect you are having this along with a history of exposure.
Same symptoms don't mean you have the same problem. Consult a doctor now!
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