A cold during pregnancy happens as often as before or after it. Are you pregnant and you have typical symptoms - you have a nose, itchy throat, runny nose, fever? You don't know what to do in order not to harm yourself or your baby? Don't panic, take action! Here are some effective and safe ways to catch a cold in pregnancy.

Lighta cold in pregnancydoes not require medical intervention - you can deal with it yourself, provided that you step into action as soon as you feel that you are starting to take something. The faster you react, the more likely you are to end up with only the Cathar. Grandma's methods are effective and - most importantly - do not carry any risk.Upper respiratory tract infection in pregnancyusually disappears after 3-4 days of home treatment.

Stay home when pregnant

If you feel fine and you don't have a fever, you don't need to stay in bed. However, you should live in slow motion. Read, listen to music, knit. Do not clean up or stand out in the kitchen for hours. The body must rest to regain strength to fight viruses.

Remember that overheating, as well as cooling down the body, promotes the development of a disease. Therefore, do not wear pajamas around the house, and do not dress too warmly. If you have a fever, cough, or are weakened - do not try to force yourself to be ill. In such a situation, there is no better remedy than to bask under the covers.

Moisturize the mucous membranes during pregnancy

Dry air increases the burning sensation and sore throat and makes the nose clog. The dry mucosa of the nose and throat is also more susceptible to bacterial infections. Therefore, you should drink a lot of water, even 3-4 liters a day, but in small sips. For you and your baby, low-mineralized, low-sodium natural spring water is the best.

For variety, you can also drink herbal teas (e.g. chamomile or mint) and fruit teas, or make yourself a ginger drink. A piece of fresh root, cut into thin slices, pour 0.5 l of water and simmer for about 20 minutes. Strain the infusion, add honey or raspberry juice, drink a warm glass in the morning and evening. Also use humidifiers or hang wet towels on the radiator.

Don't do that
  • Most medications must not be used during pregnancy. So don't take anypreparations without consulting a doctor. Before you buy the medicine, read the pot carefully.
  • Do not take antibiotics on your own (even those left over from the previous treatment), painkillers, antipyretics (except paracetamol), aspirin, vitamins.
  • Preparations for colds, even drops for a runny nose, can also be harmful, especially in the first trimester, because then the main organs of the child are formed. Your doctor or pharmacist will tell you which medicines are safe for you and your baby. Take them as directed.
  • Some plant preparations are also not safe for you. Future mothers should give up, for example, sticky lozenges with thyme and coltsfoot and sticks for runny nose containing essential oils.

Don't overheat your home

The temperature should not exceed 18-20ºC. Better it be a little cooler than too hot. Make sure that your bed does not stand next to a radiator. If there is no other place for it, turn on the radiator, and it is best to turn it off at night. Often ventilate the apartment (necessarily before going to bed), even when it is cold outside. Hot air weakens the immune system and irritates the mucosa of the nose and throat, increasing the discomfort.

How to strengthen immunity during a cold during pregnancy?

If you are okay with nothing except a cold, get dressed and go for a half-hour walk. Fresh air will open up the nose and stimulate the immune system to function. Try to get enough sleep.

Immunity will be strengthened by tea or water with honey and lemon juice and juices rich in vitamin C (chokeberry, orange or blackcurrant). Eat plenty of fruit and vegetables, preferably steamed briefly - they provide vitamins and minerals, and also warm you up.

Manuka honey can also be helpful - its antibacterial properties have been proven, among others. in the case of diseases of the upper respiratory tract, such as throat infections, cough, runny nose, hoarseness or sinusitis.

Don't forget about sauerkraut, it has a lot of vitamin C. Add bactericidal garlic, horseradish and onion to your food. A garlic sandwich should be eaten well in the evening before going to bed. Don't go overboard with citrus. Although they have a lot of vitamin C, they cool the body. If you eat grapefruit, drink a cup of hot tea with a slice of warm ginger or cinnamon. You can also fortify yourself with homeopathic remedies, as long as your doctor selects them.

Ways to fight a cold during pregnancy

Inhalations of water with the addition of table s alt or stomach drops, brewed mint, chamomile, sage or lavender give a good effect. They help to unblock the nose andfacilitate blowing. Lean over a bowl of boiling water, cover your head with a towel and breathe for 10 minutes - first with your nose, then your mouth.

Another way is to put saline into the nose, which softens the secretions and helps to clear the airways. Blow your nose frequently to avoid irritation of the throat with run-down mucus, lingering in the sinuses and getting into the bronchi. Throw away used wipes immediately, because they are a hotbed of germs.

Brush the nose area with marjoram ointment or petroleum jelly - they will reduce skin irritation. When a runny nose is extremely bothersome, you can save yourself with children's drops (they have a weaker effect than those for adults). However, do not use them for more than three days as they can dry out and even permanently damage the mucosa.

You must do it
  • If you feel unwell from the beginning of the infection and have a high fever, or after 2-3 days of home treatment, if your symptoms persist or worsen, you must immediately contact your gynecologist or family doctor.
  • A specialist should also check you if you have other ailments, e.g. earache or sinus pain, exhausting dry cough, breathing difficulties. Your doctor will tell you if you have a bacterial infection, or if you have developed another disease, such as influenza, strep throat, bronchitis, pneumonia and otitis. If necessary, he will recommend further treatment.
  • There may be occasions when an antibiotic is required (semi-synthetic penicillins are usually used). Upper respiratory tract infections should not be underestimated - if left untreated, they may cause fetal infection, loss of amniotic fluid and premature birth.

Take care of your throat

Relieve pain and scratching by rinsing your throat with linseed or chamomile tea. You can also use warm water with iodine and glycerin (2 drops of iodine and 1 glycerin for 1-2 glasses) or lemon juice or apple cider vinegar (1 teaspoon per glass of water). Onion syrup is also good for a scratchy throat and cough:

2 chop the onions, mix with 2 tablespoons of sugar and let stand for an hour until the onion releases juice. Drink a spoonful several times a day. If you dip a cotton ball in it and put it on the nostril, it will also help with a runny nose. Milk with butter and honey is good for a sore throat. Gargarin gargle (1/2 teaspoon for 1 glass of water) or herbal syrup (make sure that pregnant women can take it beforehand) will also bring relief.

Fever during a cold during pregnancy: how to beat her?

If low-grade fever (up to 38 ºC) persists, go to "sweats". For 10 minutesdip your feet in hot water (you absolutely must not take hot baths in the tub!), put on warm socks, drink hot tea with raspberry juice and jump under the covers. You can also rub your chest with salicylic alcohol or some other natural warming preparation (but make sure it's allowed for pregnant women).

When you sweat, change your pajamas and go back to bed. Do not leave it under any pretext, because warming up and cooling down the body promotes the development of the disease. If you are in terrible shape, save yourself with paracetamol (but only without additives!). Preferably in the form of suppositories - then you will not irritate the gastrointestinal tract with the drug.

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