As the seasons change, the phenomenon of catching a cold is very normal. For pregnant women, people are very worried that the virus of a cold will affect the development of the fetus. However, due to the special physical condition of pregnant women, people often dare not treat them with medication. So, can pregnant women catch a cold?
Pregnant women are prone to catching colds and fever if they do not pay attention to their physical condition during pregnancy. If a pregnant woman's condition is not very serious after catching a cold, it is not recommended to receive intravenous treatment. Because using certain medications during the first three months of pregnancy and within three months after pregnancy can cause fetal malformations.
Mild colds without fever are symptoms that do not require medication. Colds are self limiting diseases, and recovery is a natural progression. The purpose of medication is only to alleviate various symptoms. Like other patients, pregnant women with colds can recover on their own after about a week of treatment. If there are symptoms of fever that do not exceed 38.5 degrees, physical cooling can be achieved without the need for medication. If you have a severe cold, it is important to seek medical attention promptly and follow the doctor's advice. Do not blindly take medication.
But if a cold causes a fever during pregnancy, especially a high fever above 38.5 ℃, it is very dangerous. Especially in the early stages of pregnancy, that is, within three months of pregnancy, high fever can affect the embryo, leading to miscarriage and fetal malformation. At this point, pregnant women should seek medical attention promptly and, under the guidance of a doctor, use physical methods to cool down or antibiotics, which are safe for both the fetus and the pregnant woman.
