Congenital Toxoplasmosis
During pregnancy or newborn follow-up, evaluation for congenital toxoplasmosis may come up, which occurs when the Toxoplasma gondii parasite is passed from mother to baby during pregnancy. Its impact depends on when the infection occurs.
How it shows up: Some babies show no signs at birth; in others, effects on the eyes, the nervous system, or other organs may appear, which are sometimes detected later on.
Common causes: Maternal infection through contact with the parasite, present in undercooked meat, contaminated water, or cat feces.
Which specialist treats it? The OB-GYN guides monitoring during pregnancy and coordinates care. If you have concerns or risk factors during pregnancy, the prudent thing is to discuss it during a visit to determine the follow-up.
Data on 4 doctors who treat congenital toxoplasmosis
Specialties that treat congenital toxoplasmosis
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in congenital toxoplasmosis
Dra. Marisela Quintero Luzanilla
Dr. José Smeke Befeler
Dr. Roberto Heredia Pineda
Dra. Adia Carrillo Pacheco
Dr. Leopoldo Vazquez Estrada
Dr. Víctor José Becerra Durango
Dr. Dulce Edith Peña Prado
Dra. Maria Teresa Márquez Cristino
Dra. Yudit Amparo Vega Medina
Dr. Francisco Jaramillo Wong
Dra. María Del Socorro Solís Ramos
Dr. Samuel Enrique Chávez Guerra
Dr. Luis Ramon Sing Paramo
Dra. Ma Irma Isabel Beristain
Dr. Raul Ernesto Zenteno Barrios
Dr. Jose Silva Aguiniga
Dr. Gustavo Arizpe Velasco
Dr. Erik Zenon Molina Bolanos
Dr. Rodrigo Servin de la Mora
Dr. Abraham Rosas Chávez
Frequently asked questions
What is congenital toxoplasmosis?
During pregnancy or newborn follow-up, evaluation for congenital toxoplasmosis may come up, which occurs when the Toxoplasma gondii parasite is passed from mother to baby during pregnancy. Its impact depends on when the infection occurs.
Which doctor treats congenital toxoplasmosis?
Congenital Toxoplasmosis is usually treated by specialists in gynecologist.