I don't know what to do. I stumbled across info on strep b while browsing and now I am in a complete flap. I have heard the NHS tests are less than 60% accurate so was going to do a private one for £35 when I am 36 weeks. Do you think it's worth it? Midwife told me I would be opening a can of worms which I found quite a strange thing to say. She said if there were any problems they would be picked up after birth during monitoring (will be in hospital for at least 24hrs after birth). I think she was trying to put me off having potentially unnecessary antibiotics.
Hubby thinks I don't need to have the test as midwives will notice and treat any problems if they arise. I can't decide.
I know the chances are so low but there is still a chance.
Are you having a private test? What helped you decide? Thanks in advance...
ps. I am suffering terribly with antenatal anxiety and depression and receiving treatment through nhs - I think my mental state is clouding my judgement slightly so wondered what the general consensus was...
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Should I get tested for strep b?
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Fuzzyduck21 · 29/07/2015 09:18
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