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Rubella, otherwise called German measles, is a viral infection caused by the rubella virus. The symptoms seen are tiny red rashes on the skin, fever, headache, nerve inflammation, red eyes, and joint pain.

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What should I do after testing positive for the rubella IgG during the eighth week of my pregnancy?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and understand your concern. I suggest you repeat the rubella titer test after four to six weeks. If it is not rising, then no need to worry.

I have rubella IgG positive immunity. Is it safe to conceive?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have read your query and understand your concern. It means that you are either immune, vaccinated, or have had a recent infection.

I got tested for rubella thrice and received different results. What can be done now?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have gone through the attachment (attachment removed to protect the patient's identity).

Rubella IgG tests were reactive. Is it too risky to get pregnant?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Do not worry. With recurrent miscarriage, you do not require to go for a TORCH test, as it is responsible for sporadic losses and not a recurrent one.

What does HSV IgG positivity mean after a pregnancy loss?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. This indicates that TORCH infections (toxoplasmosis, other - syphilis, etc., rubella, cytomegalovirus and herpes) might have caused the premature delivery or stillbirth.

I got an MMR vaccine 25 days back. Can I plan a pregnancy now?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Rubella IgG positive indicates that you have immunity, and not infection, so no need to worry.

Can rubella and CMV infections be passed to the fetus?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern and will try to help you resolve your problems. Rubella and CMV (cytomegalovirus) infections are dangerous during pregnancy.

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Can rubella IgG antibodies test impact the pregnancy cycle?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. To understand better let me give you few facts about the test.

Can rubella infection affect the fetus?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I can understand your concern, and I have seen all your reports (attachment removed to protect patient identity).

Can Rubella IgG and IgM values change during pregnancy?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. The presence of high levels of IgG antibodies during pregnancy usually is indicative of a past infection and this is not a pinpoint diagnosis.

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