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Voice Over: Why should I be tested for hepatitis B, syphilis, and HIV? Dr. CHUANG Shuk Kwan, JP: Antenatal checkups are very important! Dr. CHUANG Shuk Kwan, JP: Antenatal checkups not only examine the physical condition of pregnant women but also involve blood tests to check for diseases that can be transmitted from mother to baby during pregnancy, including hepatitis B, syphilis, and HIV infections. Dr. CHUANG Shuk Kwan, JP: Among these three diseases, once hepatitis B and HIV are transmitted to the baby, they will be affected by the virus for life; whereas syphilis, a bacterial infection, can also lead to miscarriage or birth defects. Voice Over: If I test positive for hepatitis B, syphilis, or HIV, what should I do? Dr. LEUNG Wing Cheong: For women who are planning to have children, by following their doctor's advice and receiving treatment, they can still become pregnant, give birth, and have healthy offspring. Dr. LEUNG Wing Cheong: Obstetricians will also make appropriate arrangements during antenatal checkups based on the situation. Prof. ROSA DUQUE, Jaime S: After the baby is born, the pediatricians will follow up on the health of the baby and share relevant parenting information with parents. Prevent mother-to-child transmission, starts now. |