WOMENS-HEALTH Messages for September, 2003: Re: Is this normal with Strep B?

Re: Is this normal with Strep B?

From: Denise (anonymous@obgyn.net)
Tue, 9 Sep 2003 15:49:35 -0500 (CDT)

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Are you referring to Group B Streptococcus (GBS)?

I was unaware I carried this until I was pregnant with my first child. At about 36 weeks of your pregnancy a culture is done to determine whether GPS exists in the mother.

GBS is a type of bacteria that is found in the lower intestine of 10-35% of all healthy adults and in the vagina and/or lower intestine of 10-35% of all healthy, adult women. Group B Strep should not be confused with Group A Strep, which causes strep throat. A person whose body carries Group B Strep bacteria but who does not show signs of infection is said to be "colonized" with Group B Strep. GBS colonization is not contagious. GBS bacteria are a normal part of the commonly found bacteria in the human body. Normally, the presence of GBS does not cause problems. In certain circumstances, however, Group B Strep bacteria can invade the body and cause serious infection; this is referred to as Group B Strep disease.

GBS is a naturally occurring bacterium in the human body of both women and men. Since it is commonly found in the vagina, some people wonder whether GBS is a sexually transmitted disease. The answer is "no." GBS bacteria usually do not cause genital symptoms or discomfort and are not linked with increased sexual activity. Women found to carry GBS do not need to change their sexual practices.

The Microgestin could be the cause of discharge. Often women on the pill have yeast infections. Unless you have a bacterial infection, there is no need of antibiotics. Were you prescribed any kind of topical gel?

While taking the penicillin injections, you do not need to stop the Microgestin for any medical or interaction reason. In the future, if sexually active, remember, always use a backup method of birth control, as antibiotics can impair the effectiveness of the pill.

At Mon, 8 Sep 2003, A wrote: >
>A culture done about 2 months ago showed that I have strep B. I am not
>sexually active but I do take microgestin ...

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