What Diseases Can Lead to Intellectual Disability?

Question

At 3 months pregnant, what concerns are there about diseases that might affect fetal intellectual development?

Answer

Diseases that can affect fetal intellectual development include toxoplasmosis, herpes simplex virus infection, cytomegalovirus infection, rubella, and other infectious diseases such as chickenpox. Additionally, alcohol and drug abuse, heavy metal poisoning, high bilirubinemia, and other non-infectious diseases can also lead to intellectual disability. There are also issues such as genetic metabolic disorders and brain injuries. Wishing for the health and early recovery of both mother and baby!