Congenital Toxoplasmosis treatment in Magdalena Contreras

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.