When a baby is born do they test for STDs?

No, babies are not routinely tested for STDs at birth.

Here's why:

* STDs are generally acquired through sexual contact. Babies are not sexually active.

* Most STDs are not passed on during pregnancy or birth. While some infections like HIV and syphilis can be passed from mother to child, they are usually tested for during pregnancy and treated to prevent transmission.

* Testing babies for STDs would be unnecessary and potentially harmful. These tests are not always accurate in infants, and unnecessary testing can lead to anxiety and unnecessary treatment.

If a mother has an STD, she should be treated to prevent transmission to the baby. The baby may also be monitored for signs of infection, but routine STD testing is not done.

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