Does urethral itching during pregnancy affect the fetus?

The physical health of pregnant women also has a great impact on the normal growth and development of their children. For example, if a pregnant woman has an itchy urethra, it is most likely caused by a urinary tract infection. Urinary tract infection is also very harmful to the fetus. In severe cases, it can even cause fetal malformation or death. Therefore, if a pregnant woman has a urinary tract infection, she must seek treatment in time and not take medication blindly!

1. Effects of urinary tract infection on the fetus

Urinary tract infection is very harmful to pregnant women and fetuses. When the lower urinary tract is infected, pregnant women may experience frequent urination, urgency, and pain when urinating. Acute infection may cause hematuria and other symptoms. If lower urinary tract infection is not treated actively, bacteria can invade the ureter and renal pelvis, causing upper urinary tract infection. Upper urinary tract infection can cause pyelonephritis, and some can even cause acute pyelonephritis. When suffering from acute pyelonephritis, pregnant women may have symptoms of systemic poisoning, such as chills, high fever, and low back pain. This disease has poor treatment efficacy and requires large amounts of medication. If the pregnancy continues, the fetus may be deformed or have congenital diseases. At the same time, this disease can also induce pregnancy poisoning, causing premature birth, weight loss, and even death of the fetus. Even if the delivery is successful, it will continue to affect the mother and baby, and may even cause the mother's kidney function to decline.

2. How to prevent urinary tract infection during pregnancy

Develop the habit of drinking more water. Drinking more water and urinating more often can continuously flush the urinary tract, making it difficult for bacteria to grow and multiply.

Pay special attention to the cleanliness of the vulva. The residual urine in the vulva must be sucked dry after each urination, otherwise it will be contaminated by urine and bacteria will easily multiply.

Pregnant women should pay attention to hygiene during pregnancy, take a bath and change clothes frequently, and must wear loose pants. They should not wear tight pants that constrict the vulva, otherwise bacteria can easily invade the urethra. Underwear must be changed every day.

Pregnant women should keep their bowel movements open to reduce pressure on the ureters.

Pregnant women with a history of urinary tract infection after marriage should undergo regular urine and bacterial tests during pregnancy and within six months after delivery. If bacteriuria is found, timely and active treatment should be given, and sexual intercourse should be avoided.

For other urinary system diseases, unless the lesions are stable, it is best to wait until they are cured before becoming pregnant.

3. Notes

Eating more fresh vegetables and fruits can help enhance the resistance of urinary tract epithelial cells. Participate in more outdoor activities to promote blood circulation and enhance the urinary tract's resistance to disease.

Once a pregnant woman suffers from a urinary tract infection, she should receive prompt and active treatment. If a pregnant woman still finds it difficult to control urinary tract infection and has frequent acute attacks despite various active treatments, she should decisively have an artificial abortion to terminate the pregnancy to avoid future troubles.