How to treat cold and fever during pregnancy?

Question

Got a bad cold and mild fever since yesterday, nose totally blocked. Im 5 months and scared to take anything without asking. Planning to call my doc tomorrow but till then what do u all do for relief? ghar ke nuskhe maybe?

Meera Bhattacharya · Answer

Oh no, catching a cold is so frustrating! 🤒 Sip warm water with lemon and honey, but make sure to call your gynac before taking any medicine for the fever!

Tulsi Bhatt · Answer

Garam paani ki bhaap lo behan, usse band naak khulegi. Par agar tez bukhar hai toh bilkul rishk mat lo aur turant doctor ko dikhao.

Daakshayani Sehgal · Answer

Beta, you can drink a mild warm ginger and tulsi water to soothe your throat. But if the fever persists, go to the clinic immediately and don't delay.

Yami Anand · Answer

Getting a cold while dealing with severe pregnancy nausea is the absolute worst. I survived on warm clear soups and steam, but please contact your doctor for safe medicines if you have a fever.

Mrinal Bhatt · Answer

Pregnancy immunity is honestly non-existent! I used to just do steam inhalation and rest all day, but please dont take any random OTC pill without asking your doc first.

Mythili Oberoi · Answer

Please do not try self-medication right now. Even a mild fever should be reported to your gynecologist immediately to ensure the baby is completely safe.

Tulsi Muthukrishnan · Answer

Take a deep breath, dear. Rest as much as possible, keep drinking warm fluids, and consult your doctor for a pregnancy-safe paracetamol if your fever is rising.