Sexually transmitted infections, pregnancy, and breastfeeding | womenshealth.gov

Sexually transmitted infections, pregnancy, and breastfeeding | womenshealth.gov

Sexually transmitted infections, pregnancy, and breastfeeding

Sexually transmitted infections (STIs) are also called sexually transmitted diseases, or STDs. STIs include chlamydia, gonorrhea, trichomoniasis, genital herpes, genital warts, HIV, and syphilis. Some STIs can pass from mother to baby during pregnancy and through breastfeeding.

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How do STIs affect pregnant women?

Can I pass an STI to my baby?

What are the harmful effects of passing an STI to a baby?

I'm pregnant. What can I do to prevent problems from STIs?

Can I breastfeed if I have an STI?

Are STI treatments safe to use while breastfeeding?

Do you need more information about STIs, pregnancy, and breastfeeding?

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