Digital Dialogs on Rhesus Incompatibility: A Thematic Analysis of Web-Based Parental Narratives.

ABSTRACT:

Background and objectives

Feto-maternal incompatibilities such as rhesus (Rh) (D) alloimmunization remain a critical cause of neonatal morbidity despite advances in prevention. While anti-D prophylaxis has significantly reduced hemolytic disease of the fetus and newborn, confusion, emotional distress, and misinformation persist. This study aimed to explore how parents interpret and respond to Rh incompatibility through web-based discussions, highlighting concerns, misconceptions, and informational needs.

Methods

A qualitative, inductive thematic analysis was conducted on 312 publicly available posts from Reddit, Facebook groups, YouTube comments, and parenting forums (2018-2024). Posts were retrieved using systematic keyword searches and included if they addressed Rh incompa

SUBMITTER: Ceri A 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12517664 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature