When an HIV positive woman becomes pregnant, she needs proper medical care so that both mother and child remain healthy. With the advancement in the medical field over time, now women infected with HIV can conceive normally and give birth to virus-free children. ART (Assisted Reproductive Technology) is also important during pregnancy because it reduces the viral load in the body and as a result, the chances of the virus getting inside the child are reduced.
If an HIV positive woman becomes pregnant, testing during pregnancy is necessary
Regular checkups like blood tests during pregnancy help monitor the development of the child as well as the health of the mother. Delivery through cesarean section is often recommended to prevent the child from getting infected. At the same time, breastfeeding is usually prohibited unless ART is strictly followed to prevent the flow of HIV through breast milk. Proper nutrition, stress relief and prevention from infections ensure that the mother and baby remain healthy during pregnancy.
During this time, keep getting regular check-ups from the doctor to ensure that the pregnancy is progressing safely. Have correct and complete information about how HIV is spread. This increases the chances of a safe pregnancy and reduces the chances of giving birth to a child infected with the virus.
AIDS is a serious disease, about which there is still a lack of awareness among people. Even today, there are many misconceptions about it in the minds of people, to remove which World Aids Day is celebrated every year on 1 December. This day is especially celebrated with the aim of raising awareness about HIV and AIDS and to honor the people affected by this disease. AIDS is the last stage of HIV infection, in which the body’s immune system is badly damaged due to the virus.
This disease badly affects the life of the affected person. Especially if a woman suffering from this disease becomes pregnant, then they need special care.
