Cases of rubella have increased significantly in Germany, Austria and several other EU countries. Although infections with parvovirus B19 (B19V) usually only occur in spring and early summer, there was a significant increase in incidence in Germany between January and March. The MedUni Vienna also recently registered “very many detections of parvovirus”. The infection poses a risk for pregnant women. They pass the pathogens on to their unborn child, even if the infection goes unnoticed. The viruses enter the child’s bloodstream via the placenta and attack blood-forming cells – the result can be anemia in the unborn child. In the worst case scenario, there is a risk of miscarriage or premature birth, especially in the first few months of pregnancy.
Droplet infection
Rubella is different from the more well-known rubella and is very contagious. This occurs through droplets containing pathogens that are spread through coughing, sneezing or contaminated hands. Most adults and children experience flu symptoms such as a mild fever with swelling of the lymph nodes. The typical skin rash does not always develop. There is a risk of infection for people who have not yet had rubella. Anyone who survives the infection is protected for life.
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