Infection with Helicobacter pylori does not usually affect the fetus directly, but it may cause maternal gastric disorders that indirectly affect the fetus.
H. pylori is a common pathogen in the stomach and is closely related to gastritis, gastric ulcer, duodenal ulcer, gastric cancer and other diseases. Its main transmission routes are oral and fecal-oral, and it does not spread to the fetus through the placenta, umbilical cord or blood, so it will not directly affect the fetus.
If a pregnant woman suffers from gastrointestinal diseases caused by H. pylori infection and has gastrointestinal reactions such as loss of appetite, nausea and vomiting, the digestion and absorption functions may be affected, resulting in malnutrition of herself.
The only source of nutrition for the fetus is the mother’s own nutrition. If the pregnant woman is malnourished, the fetus will not be able to absorb enough nutrients and its growth and development will be restricted to a certain extent. In conclusion, H. pylori infection can indirectly affect the health of the fetus.
If a pregnant woman has H. pylori infection, she should go to a regular hospital for treatment under the guidance of a doctor to avoid affecting her own health and that of her fetus.