Cough and cold at week 6 / 48 days of pregnancy

Question

Dear all,

I'm on my 48th day / week 6, I caught severe cough and cold last night and couldn't sleep. Will it affect the baby? Also, is it okay visit a general physician during this time and use the medicines directed by them now?..

The cold and cough is very bad, my vomitting started yesterday and throat pains a lot. I've been coughing all night. Tried taking home remedies but it only got severe. Any leads will help.

Thank you,

Lakshmi

Answer 1

I am having exactly same thing.. let me know what you did.. it's just happened yesterday night to me.. couldn't sleep while night.. Thank you.

Comments

My BP was normal n I got mild fever (99.7), so reached my gynecologist and she recommended to admit in hospital so she could observe my condition better. They gave injection to stop th3 vomit and tablet to stop running nose. It's better now.

However, normally docs recommend syrup for cough n cold. since we're pregnant, they hesitate to give it. ( Syrup contains alcohol which might affect the baby). So I still manage with the couch n cold. It's comparatively better.


I follow the below and I feel better now:
Avoid being in AC room for long.
Take warm water and keep sipping it.
Soups helps
 If you've any pets, stay away from them. Especially cleaning their drop down.
No bananas/citrus fruits/ watery fruits or veggies


I wish you get well soon !!✌️

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I just caught a bad cold myself and I'm 6 weeks 2 days. I have been taking Benadryl allergy histamine 25 mg. I read up on it and it's said to be ok to take during pregnancy.