What disease is associated with a microscopic organism that cannot cross the placenta until the 18th prenatal week but is associated with serious eye, ear, bone, heart, or brain damage if it does cross?

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Syphilis is caused by the bacterium Treponema pallidum, which can cross the placenta after the 18th week of pregnancy, potentially causing serious damage to the fetus.

What Disease Is Associated with a Microscopic Organism That Cannot