is an infection caused by a virus. If a pregnant woman has it, she can pass it to her baby. This can lead to defects,miscarriage, or stillbirth. Congenital rubella syndrome (CRS) is the name for these health problems. You will be asked about your child's symptoms and health history. A physical exam will be done. Your child may have:Blood tests—to look for recent infectionImaging tests—to look for problems in the brainTreatment will depend on the results of the infection. Certain eye and heart problems may be treated with surgery shortly after birth. There are programs that can help babies with hearing loss, eyesight problems, or intellectual problems. Talk with your doctor about the best way to treat your child. If a mother gets a rubella shot, it can prevent CRS. Women can also be checked for immunity at premarital, preconception, or pregnancy exams. Babies with CRS can spread the infection. People taking care of your child should be vaccinated. EBSCO Information Services is fully accredited by URAC. URAC is an independent, nonprofit health care accrediting organization dedicated to promoting health care quality through accreditation, certification and commendation. This content is reviewed regularly and is updated when new and relevant evidence is made available. This information is neither intended nor implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider prior to starting any new treatment or with questions regarding a medical condition. To send comments or feedback to our Editorial Team regarding the content please email us at email@example.com. Our Health Library Support team will respond to your email request within 2 business days.