Nida Khan Nida Khan Asked 5 months ago

Does group b strep go away after pregnancy?

I tested positive for Group B Strep during my pregnancy and received treatment during labor. Now that the baby is born, I'm wondering if the GBS infection goes away after pregnancy.

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Ramesh Kulkarni Ramesh Kulkarni Joined Mar 2026 5 months ago
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Honestly, at this age, I feel like nothing truly goes away, but biologically yes, GBS is usually just a temporary visitor in the body. It naturally comes and goes in our digestive and urinary tracts without us even realizing. Don't lose sleep over it, just let your gynac handle the delivery plan.

Jyoti Sharma Jyoti Sharma Joined Mar 2026 5 months ago

Keep your mind peaceful and positive, sister. Our bodies have their own beautiful way of healing and balancing out after giving birth. This bacteria is just a passing phase, so pray, eat well, and let nature and your doctor do their work.

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Consult a obstetrics and gynaecologist

Karthik Subramanian Karthik Subramanian Joined Apr 2026 5 months ago

My mother was saying some herbal wash helps, but I told my wife we must only trust the obstetrician on this. The doctor explained that GBS fluctuates in the body naturally and usually clears up or doesn't need treatment after the baby is born. Just focus on your health right now and trust the medical plan.

Abhishek Banerjee Abhishek Banerjee Joined Feb 2026 5 months ago

Please don't go by what people write online or try any random home remedies for bacteria during pregnancy. GBS can be tricky for the newborn, so even if it goes away for you later, the doctor has to manage it during labor. Ask your gynecologist directly and follow their exact instructions.

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Sneha Deshmukh Sneha Deshmukh Joined Mar 2026 5 months ago

Haan na, actually it's very common and normally it just goes away on its own after delivery. It is just a bacteria that stays there for some time and doesn't cause issues for us usually. Just clear it with your doc during the regular checkups so baby stays safe during delivery.

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