What are the recommended treatment options for a pregnant woman diagnosed with Toxoplasmosis, and what precautions should I take?

Guideline-aligned answer with reasoning, red flags and references. Clinically reviewed by Dr Kola Tytler MBBS CertHE MBA MRCGP.

Posted: 17 August 2025 Guideline-Aligned (High Confidence) Clinically Reviewed
Dr Kola Tytler MBBS CertHE MBA MRCGPClinical Lead • iatroX

Based on the provided UK guideline context, specific recommended treatment options for a pregnant woman diagnosed with Toxoplasmosis are not detailed ,. The guidelines primarily focus on preventing the infection ,.

Precautions to reduce the risk of Toxoplasmosis infection during pregnancy include:

  • Wash hands thoroughly before handling food ,.
  • Thoroughly wash all fruit and vegetables, including ready-prepared salads, before eating ,.
  • Thoroughly cook raw meats and ready-prepared chilled meals ,. This includes avoiding undercooked or uncooked meat such as salami ,.
  • Wear gloves and thoroughly wash hands after handling soil and gardening ,.
  • Avoid contact with cat faeces in cat litter or in soil ,.
  • Avoid lambing or milking ewes and contact with newborn lambs ,.

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