Can coughing be harmful during pregnancy?

Question

Had this bad cough for a week now and every time I cough hard I feel pressure in my pet. Im 28 weeks. Just worried if all this coughing can affect the baby somehow, anyone else faced this?

Hasini Unni · Answer

The baby is safe inside the amniotic sac, so don't worry! 🌸 Just sip some warm water and take rest. 😊

Nirmala Rajagopalan · Answer

Mild cough is fine, you can try warm water with honey and ginger. But if it's severe or you feel pressure on your belly, please ask your doctor.

Hema Nayak · Answer

When I had a bad cough, my mom made me do steam inhalation and it helped a lot. But please check with your doctor if you need any medicine.

Shilpa Arora · Answer

Don't worry, normal cough won't hurt the baby. But if it's too severe, ask your doctor.

Amrutha Shekhawat · Answer

I had a bad cough in my second trimester but hot tomato soup and ginger tea cured me! Just avoid cold stuff for a few days.