In addition, many RTIs can be passed between mother and infant during pregnancy and childbirth, resulting in serious morbidity and even death for the neonate.
Infections can also lead to infertility.
Effects on Pregnancy Almost all reproductive tract infections can cause serious adverse pregnancy outcomes. The problem of syphilis during pregnancy is one of the most widespread. In developing countries, between 1-19 percent of pregnant women test positive for syphilis. This is an extremely serious condition that can lead to maternal death. Appropriate intervention is often unavailable in resource-poor settings.