WHAT IS MEAN RUBELLA aBY?

Congenital rubella syndrome (CRS) is a group of birth defects that occur when a woman is infected with rubella (also known as German measles) during pregnancy. Rubella is a contagious viral infection that can cause mild fever, rash, and swollen lymph nodes. However, if a woman is infected with rubella during the first trimester of pregnancy, the virus can cross the placenta and infect the developing fetus. This can lead to CRS, which can cause serious health problems, including:

* Heart defects: CRS can cause a variety of heart defects, including holes in the heart, narrowed heart valves, and heart failure.

* Eye defects: CRS can cause cataracts, glaucoma, and other eye problems.

* Hearing loss: CRS can cause hearing loss that can range from mild to profound.

* Neurological problems: CRS can cause a variety of neurological problems, including mental retardation, seizures, and cerebral palsy.

* Growth retardation: CRS can cause growth retardation, both before and after birth.

* Other problems: CRS can also cause a variety of other problems, including liver damage, spleen damage, and bone marrow failure.

CRS is a serious condition that can have lifelong consequences. If you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant, it is important to be vaccinated against rubella to protect yourself and your baby from this devastating infection.