Treatment:

Since Rh incompatibility is almost completely preventable with the use of RhoGAM, prevention remains the best treatment. Treatment of the already affected infant depends on the severity of the condition.

Mild Rh incompatibility may be treated with:

• Aggressive hydration
• Phototherapy using bilirubin lights

Expectations (prognosis):

Full recovery is expected for mild Rh incompatibility.

Complications:

Possible complications include:

• Hydrops fetalis
• Kernicterus
• Neurological syndrome with mental deficiency, movement disorder, hearing loss, speech disorder, and seizures

Calling your health care provider:

Call your health care provider if you think or know you are pregnant and have not yet seen a doctor.