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Rhesus disease is a condition where antibodies in a pregnant woman's blooddestroy her baby's blood cells. It's also known as haemolytic disease of the foetus and newborn (HDFN).
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Causes of rhesus disease
Rhesus disease is caused by a specific mix of blood types between a pregnant mother and her unborn baby.
Complications of rhesus disease
Although rhesus disease is rare and most cases are successfully treated, there are some risks to both unborn and newborn babies.
Diagnosing rhesus disease
Rhesus disease is usually diagnosed during the routine screening tests you're offered during pregnancy.
Introduction
Rhesus disease (haemolytic disease of the foetus and newborn) is a condition where antibodies in a pregnant womans blood destroy her baby's blood cells
Preventing rhesus disease
Rhesus disease can largely be prevented by having an injection of a medication called anti-D immunoglobulin.
Symptoms of rhesus disease
Rhesus disease only affects the baby, and the mother won't experience any symptoms. Around 50% of babies have mild symptoms that are easily treatable.
Treating rhesus disease
Treatment for rhesus disease depends on how severe the condition is. In more severe cases, treatment may need to begin before the baby is born.
