German Measles Symptoms, Treatments and More
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8. What is Congenital Rubella Syndrome?
Congenital rubella syndrome (CRS) is a severe complication that can develop when mothers are infected with German measles. Over 75% of women who contract rubella in the first 12 weeks of pregnancy gave birth to CRS babies.
Congenital rubella syndrome symptoms can include deafness, organ defects, intellectual disabilities, cataracts and growth delays. Infants might also be born with congenital heart defects. Although the greatest danger is in the first trimester, CRS can develop throughout the pregnancy.
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