Infants are vulnerable of substantial complications if they develop an infection. A baby’s immune system is not wholly developed for them to be able to fight off the infection.
One extremely dangerous infection is caused by the group b strep bacteria. It is able to be responsible for the development of pneumonia, sepsis and meningitis which in turn may lead to brain damage and possibly to the loss of the baby.
Part of the problem is that the group b streptococcus bacteria may be transmitted from the mother to her baby. As a result doctors normally screen pregnant women prior to labor and if they test positive an antibiotic is used during labor.A Group B Strep lawyer can help determine if a physician is liable for malpractice for the damage your infant sustained on account of GBS.