Help - is glandular fever dangerous for my baby?

[LittleMrs]

Help -

Little bit of a rant to start with because I'm quite angry. We've just been around at a friend's house and about half an hour into our visit they announce, quite casually that they've both had glandular fever and are still infectious. OH didn't really bat an eyelid but I made sure we left as soon as we could and explained to him that, although I'd never heard anything about glandular fever and pregnancy it couldn't be a good thing. I'm quite angry that they waited until we were in their house to tell us so we didn't have the option of an informed decision but all I care about at the moment is whether my baby is at risk. Can anyone help me?

 

[Sarah&Ady]

I was in hospital at 14 weeks having my stitch put in and they put me next to a girl with full blown terrible diagnosed glandular fever. I did ask the nurse if I was ok next to her and she said yes as long as I didnt have skin to skin contact ...ie. kissing, hand touching etc.. Of course this nurse may not be correct and if you are worried then call up your GP

Forgot to add that I had gladular fever when I was 15 and dont remember being told to stay away from pregnant women but that was a long time ago! xx

 

[rosie5637]

i agree. i had glandular fever when i was 14 and my dad would tease me and want to know who i'd been kissing cause it's known as the kissing disease.

speak to your midwife if you're worried.