Episode 53: Parvovirus in Pregnancy
Parvovirus in Pregnancy: Slapped Cheeks & Serious Stakes!
In this episode of The Uterine Sound, Anne, Carla and Mel take a deep dive into the sneaky world of Parvovirus B19—where childhood rashes meet foetal anaemia and intrauterine transfusions. From recent outbreaks to the famous "slapped cheek" rash, we unpack what every health professional needs to know: who’s at risk, when to test, and how to manage the fallout. It’s infectious disease meets fetal medicine… with a few dog facts thrown in for good measure.