Latent TB and pregnancy

merlee · Mar 1, 2011

Did you Google it? I didn't read any of the articles, but there were a few.

Epona · Mar 1, 2011

Yes. Thanks. I read some of the articles, however, it said 'TB can be passed to unborm child.....'. It did not specify if that was ACTIVE or LATENT. So I was wondering.. thanks.

Epona · Mar 1, 2011

Yes. I did. Thanks. It said 'TB can be passed to unborn child.....' However, it did not specify whether that meant ACTIVE or LATENT....

NickB · Mar 1, 2011

I think that the TB has to be active before it can become systemic TB and get into the blood stream. If that logic is correct, than I would think it would be safe to say that Latent TB would not be passed on to the fetus.

GreyGull · Mar 1, 2011

The CDC has some excellent information.

http://www.cdc.gov/tb/

http://www.cdc.gov/tb/publications/factsheets/specpop/pregnancy.htm

WHO also has reliable information.

http://www.who.int/topics/tuberculosis/en/

However, for more information about your specific situation, I would suggest you contact your local or state Public Health department. If this is being asked as a health care provider or student for additional information, the Public Health dept. can also furnish you with alot of info.

Ex. of LA, California

http://www.lapublichealth.org/tb/dxtx/LTBI110201.pdf

Go with reliable and recognized sources for information if it is for yourself or if you want a more informed answer before participating in the treatment of others.

Esme12, ASN, BSN, RN · Mar 1, 2011

This is not a forum that we can offer medical advice....you need to seek medical care from you PCP or your OB/GYN........

Epona · Mar 1, 2011

Thanks. Was not trying to get medical advice. I was wondering if others who had general knowledge of this could tell me if latent TB can be passed on to an unborn baby. Like for instance, HIV-infected mother's antibodies can be passed on to the baby through the placenta. This is known. I was wondering if anyone knew about latent TB transmission.... not trying to get medical advice (I know we do not give that on here), just some facts. Thanks.

Trauma Columnist · Mar 2, 2011

Unfortunately you have posted quite a few questions about TB and it's known that you are pregnant. So with that in mind I will close this thread and urge you to seek the advice of your medical provider.