Will fever affect baby during pregnancy?

Question

I've caught a slight fever, and I'm in my second trimester. I'm really worried about my baby. Will fever affect the baby during pregnancy? Should I be very concerned?

Harini Khanna · Answer

I had a light fever during my second month, and I was so scared! But my doctor told me it's okay, we just managed it and now my toddler is perfectly healthy and running around.

Shravani Kurup · Answer

Oh dear, please take rest and have hot soup or coconut water if u feel like eating. But do call your doc first to see why you have a fever.

Sonal Verma · Answer

I had a high fever in my first trimester and it led to some complications, so please do not ignore it. Directly call your gynecologist or visit the clinic today itself.

Mansi Vyas · Answer

Uff, fever while handling this heavy 3rd trimester bump is the worst combination. Drink lots of water and call your doctor ASAP so they can fix it fast.

Meenakshi Sanyal · Answer

Even I am currently 5 months pregnant and wondering about this. What did your doctor say, did they give you any safe medicine?

Asha Bajpai · Answer

Fever actually shouldn't be ignored during pregnancy yaar. Just give your gynac a call once and check what tab is safe for u to take, don't wait.

Khushi Joshi · Answer

A mild fever usually won't hurt, but you shouldn't take any random self-medication like paracetamol without telling your doc. Please keep checking your temperature and let your gynac know.