Rh incompatibility
Alternate Names : Rh-induced hemolytic disease of the newborn
Treatment
Since Rh incompatibility is almost completely preventable with the use of RhoGAM, prevention remains the best treatment. Treatment of the already affected infant depends on the severity of the condition. Mild Rh incompatibility may be treated with:
Prognosis (Expectations)
Full recovery is expected for mild Rh incompatibility.
Complications
Possible complications include: - Hydrops fetalis (potentially deadly fluid build up and swelling in the baby)
- Kernicterus (brain damage due to high levels of bilirubin)
- Neurological syndrome with mental deficiency, movement disorder, hearing loss, speech disorder, and seizures
Calling Your Health Care Provider
Call your health care provider if you think or know you are pregnant and have not yet seen a doctor.
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