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  1. #1
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    Mar 2009
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    Good luck - I had similiar problem with DD at childcare when I was pregnant. She got EVERYTHING (incl chickenpox)! My GP said the same - only really of concern if I got anything. She also said to try and rest/eat well and watch hygiene (all the handwashing/kissing on mouths etc) to avoid as many germs as possible.

    Wishing you a speedy recovery for your little one.

  2. #2
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    Jul 2006
    Brisbane
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    Oskar had it when I was pg and doc said he's never seen an adult with it and not to worry. Just be careful with the blisters as it's the liquid in them that's contagious. Once the blisters go it's all good. However, don't stress like your doc said that's going to be worse.

  3. #3
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    Jan 2007
    SA
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    What on Earth is it?

    Sorry if I seem a bit silly.

  4. #4
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    Mar 2005
    Sydney, NSW
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    I just wanted to say that my DD had it when she was 2 and I was in very close contact with her for the 5 days, 2 of which she slept basically on top of me and I didnt' get it. I think like your Doc said, not common with adults. Easy to worry though, there is always something isnt' there! Best wishes ox

  5. #5
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    Jan 2008
    Busselton
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    weird - i was told there were no probs for pg women if exposed to hand/foot/mouth??!! clearly they were wrong! lucky i didn't catch it when i went to visit my friends with their kid who had it!!

  6. #6
    BellyBelly Member

    Feb 2007
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    well... i did catch it!!! my gp and ob said it is common for adults to get the virus (there are many of them) but that we dont get the rash... (my mum also caught it)... anyway all is ok though, it seems to have passed and baby and i are doing fine...