Has anyone been diagnosed with GBS? There’s a trace of bacteria that was found in my urine and my OB was to play it safe by prescribing Amoxicillin 500mg x3 per day. I’m not really comfortable with the antibiotic because it’s linked to oral cleft. Has anyone taken Amoxicillin during pregnancy due to GBS? Help 😩
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2 Apr 2024
Group B Streptococcus (GBS) Screening & Management
Group B Streptococcus (GBS) Screening & Management
You may have heard of Group B Streptococcus (GBS), a bacteria that is commonly found in the genital tract or rectum of both men and women.
While GBS is generally harmless in adults, it can pose a risk to newborns during childbirth.
That's why it's important to understand GBS and take necessary precautions to protect your baby.
GBS Screening: A Vital Step
During your pregnancy, your healthcare provider will recommend a GBS screening, usually around the 36th week of gestation.
This involves taking a swab of your vagina and rectum to test for the presence of GBS.
The screening is painless and quick, and the results will help determine the appropriate management plan for you and your baby.
Preventing GBS Transmission to Your Baby
If you test positive for GBS, there are measures you can take to reduce the risk of transmitting it to your baby during childbirth. Your healthcare provider will discuss the following options with you:
- Intravenous Antibiotics: If you are GBS positive, you will receive intravenous antibiotics during labor. These antibiotics are highly effective in preventing the transmission of GBS to your baby.
- Timing of Antibiotics: It's crucial to receive the antibiotics at the right time for maximum effectiveness. Typically, they are administered at least four hours before delivery, allowing sufficient time for the medication to reach therapeutic levels in your bloodstream.
- C-Section Consideration: In some cases, if you have tested positive for GBS and have other risk factors, your healthcare provider may recommend a planned cesarean section to further reduce the risk of transmission.
- Ongoing Monitoring: Your healthcare provider will closely monitor you and your baby during labor and delivery to ensure the best possible outcome. They will assess your progress and make any necessary adjustments to the management plan based on your individual situation.
The Importance of GBS Awareness
It's essential to be aware of GBS and its potential impact on your baby.
By being proactive and following the recommended screening and management guidelines, you can significantly reduce the risk of GBS transmission and protect your baby's health.
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Shaprie
7 Oct 2023
Tested at 36 weeks for group B strep at appointment. Had another appointment 4 days later and nothing was mentioned but went and checked my chart where the nurse left a message saying I tested positive for gbs but no one said anything at my appointment. I don’t get it. Isn’t that harmful for babies? Am I getting angry and worked up for no reason? Just not liking their no big deal approach.
Myra
They'll give you antibiotics while in labor to protect the baby. But that stuff stings like a mofo while it goes through your iv.
27 Mar 2024
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Jessica
There is nothing they can do until you go in labor they will give u an antibiotic so it doesn’t harm the baby once baby comes out. I had it with my last 2 pregnancy and my babies were fine.
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kaya Smith
6 Sep 2023
Had my 36 week appointment today had to take my gbs strep test and an unexpected cervix test and the gbs strep test wasn’t bad but the cervix test was a little bit uncomfortable and i am 1 and 1/2 dilated
naniii
im 4 cm 50%
27 Mar 2024
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Yasmine
2 Jul 2023
Has anyone else took the streptococcus Group B test yet? I did mine like 5 days ago and it came back positive 🤔 am I the only one?
Kashmirs Mommy ❤️
I had it both pregnancies
27 Mar 2024
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Kaila
Mine is positive too. They’ll just have us on antibiotics while we give birth to not pass to baby.
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LaJoy
21 Jun 2023
I had the gbs test today and I’m blessing is this normal at all im so worried please I need so information asap about this
Megan
Jesus what did they do???? Swab inside your uterus? I’d call my on call Dr and ask..
27 Mar 2024
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LaJoy
Idk this is my first pregnancy so I have no clue I can’t call they are closed now so I’m wondering if I should just go to the er
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Haley
13 Jun 2023
Group B strep positive moms..I am 30 weeks. I haven’t had the swab but am curious. If you are allergic to all medicines in the penicillin family and test positive for GBS..what do they do?
Danielle
they gave me antibiotics durning labor i wasn’t allergic to penicillin but they didn’t give me any so that was a plus but if antibiotics doesn’t work they will give penicillin .
27 Mar 2024
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Eshe 🧘🏾♀️
There's hundreds of other antibiotics they can give u.
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23 Feb 2023
GBS (group b strep) swab in 2 weeks then weekly appointments & the lovely cervix checks start 😬 I’m not scared…. Okay I’m a lil scared y’all 😂 it’s really gettin real!
Emma
I’ve had my cervix checked a lot and it is uncomfortable sometimes but it’s not super painful. Don’t be nervous!
27 Mar 2024
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Diamond
Sammme girl !! It’s about to get real
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Deja
4 Sep 2022
Got my results for group strep b but don’t really understand it 😂 , it says “Group B Streptococcus Isolated” what does that even mean ?
lex
I think that means your results is negative
27 Mar 2024
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Boy Mama to Be
That’s what mine said & doctor confirmed it was positive
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Haley
3 Sep 2022
What does " no beta hemolytic streptococcus group b isolated at 2 days mean"? Does it mean I am positive for gbs? Or not
Samantha
Pretty sure it means negative
27 Mar 2024
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Haley
ok thank you
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Tae
1 Jul 2022
Soo.. my doctor recommended that I get tested for GBS (Group B Strep). I told my Mom and she told me not to get it, along with my Aunt and other family members. I decided to cancel the testing but I’m still nervous about the effects it can have on my baby during delivery.. Has any of you experienced this test? What are your thoughts on this??
Liana
Why do they say not to get it done? I get mine done in a couple of weeks.
27 Mar 2024
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Abby
I got it. It's just a swab that goes into your vagina just barely and they swab your butt just a little. I was negative but I was told that if I was positive I would have to be on antibiotics when I was in the hospital before delivery. I know that if your baby comes into contact with it when you deliver it could be deadly for baby. The antibiotics get rid of it before you deliver. The test was not bad at all. I was seriously dreading it but I didn't even notice at all when she did it.
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