Cold symptoms in early pregnancy
Release time : 01/18/2025 18:13:27
Pregnant women in the early stages of pregnancy may experience changes in their environment due to nausea and vomiting, which weakens their immunity and resistance compared to people in general. If proper care is not taken, they are prone to catching a cold.
Additionally, expectant mothers often feel cold during the early stages of pregnancy, yet their bodies tend to sweat easily and are prone to catching a cold or fever if not careful.
When encountering symptoms of fatigue, dizziness, loss of appetite, runny nose, and fever due to a cold, pregnant women should take the following steps: Firstly, pregnant women need to ensure sufficient rest to avoid excessive fatigue. Secondly, they can supplement their body with nutrients and fluids through drinking plenty of water and eating more vegetables and fruits. If the symptoms are mild, safe non-prescription medications such as antipyretics and analgesics can be used to alleviate the discomfort. However, it is important to use these medications under the guidance of a doctor. In addition, pregnant women should pay attention to personal hygiene, wash their hands frequently, wear masks, etc., to prevent virus transmission. At the same time, avoid contact with sick people, maintain good living habits and dietary habits to enhance one's immunity. In summary, when pregnant women encounter cold symptoms, they should remain calm and take immediate measures to protect their health and that of their unborn child.
During the early stages of pregnancy, catching a cold can be common for most people. However, for pregnant women, even minor colds can pose a risk to the baby if not properly managed.
To promptly alleviate symptoms of the common cold during pregnancy, it is crucial for expectant mothers to understand the early signs of a cold in the first trimester. The earliest symptoms of a cold in the first trimester are feelings of chilliness, followed by fatigue, lethargy, dizziness, loss of appetite, pickiness, sensitivity to greasy foods, morning sickness, and even nausea, which are similar to pregnancy reactions. Consequently, many expectant mothers may overlook these symptoms, leading to exacerbation of the cold and development of symptoms such as runny nose, cough, or fever.
For the symptoms of a cold in early pregnancy, if the condition is not severe, one can drink plenty of water, take a hot shower, or use acupuncture and other modalities to alleviate and treat the condition.
However, if the condition is severe, pregnant women should not take anti-cold medication casually; it is best to seek medical attention at a hospital and receive treatment according to the doctor's instructions.
The reasons for a cold during the early stages of pregnancy are well known among experienced pregnant women. After pregnancy, the body becomes particularly vulnerable and can easily catch a cold due to slight exposure to the wind or perspiration.
Although mothers know that it might be due to weakened immunity during the early stages of pregnancy, the exact cause of a cold during the first trimester of pregnancy is often unclear to many.
Today, our mother's network will analyze in detail the causes of cold during early pregnancy.
1. Common colds are usually viral infections of the upper respiratory tract, typically transmitted through droplets and air. If a pregnant woman's friend catches a cold, she is also at risk of contracting the same illness, as her immune system undergoes changes during pregnancy, making her more susceptible to the virus.
2. There is a saying that stress is the root cause of all diseases. Many pregnant moms in the early stages of pregnancy often have worries and tension due to their first pregnancy, and these excessive negative emotions have an impact on health and increase the likelihood of catching a cold.
3. During pregnancy, pregnant women are prone to bruising and poor blood circulation below the waist, which can lead to catching a cold in the lower body; Once the blood circulation is not smooth, the body's temperature regulation function will be affected. When sweating heavily, it is easy to catch a cold.
What to do if you have a cold during the early stages of pregnancy? This is a topic of concern for many expectant mothers. During the early stages of pregnancy, due to changes in the body and the influence of hormones, immunity may decrease and be easily attacked by viruses. If you catch a cold, it could impact the fetus, so it requires enough attention. Firstly, maintain a positive mindset and avoid excessive nervousness or anxiety. Emotional fluctuations can affect the function of the immune system, making the condition worse. Secondly, ensure good living habits to guarantee ample sleep and avoid staying up late. Also, keep the indoor air circulating and avoid exposure to smoke, smells, and other irritants. In terms of diet, choose light and easily digestible food and avoid spicy, greasy foods that are not suitable. You can also supplement with Vitamin C to enhance immunity. If symptoms are mild, relief can be achieved through drinking plenty of water and resting more. However, if symptoms are severe such as high fever, coughing, breathing difficulties, etc., seek medical help in time. In summary, having a cold during the early stages of pregnancy requires sufficient attention, but it's not necessary to panic too much. As long as maintaining good living habits and a positive mindset, seeking medical help in a timely manner, you can recover quickly.
Pregnancy at the early stage of cold is a choice that can not be avoided, if possible, the professional physicians suggest that we can use the following method to relieve the symptoms of cold.
1. Mild cold symptoms such as sneezing, runny nose, and mild cough do not require medication. It is advisable to rest, keep warm, drink plenty of water, and most cases can recover without treatment through home care.
2. For pregnant women with severe cold and high fever, physical cooling methods can be used. Methods include placing ice on the forehead, neck, and placing wet towels or cold compresses on the neck area and both sides of the axilla. The use of 30%--35% alcohol (or white liquor diluted by half) can also be applied to the neck and the sides of the axilla.
Some pregnant women also resort to acupuncture, therapeutic massage, and Qigong treatments for relief and treatment.
If the aforementioned methods fail to alleviate symptoms of cold and fever, then treatment may be administered under the guidance of a doctor with medications such as acetaminophen or scutellaria injections. Oral administration of traditional Chinese medicines like "Cold Heat Clearing Pill" or "Panax notoginseng Pill" can also be considered.
Of course, to ensure the health of the baby, it is best for expectant mothers to seek medical attention promptly at a hospital.
How to Prevent a Cold During the Early Stages of Pregnancy? Experienced mothers indicate that the main approach is to focus on daily habits. For instance: 1. Avoid going to crowded supermarkets and other public places after becoming pregnant to prevent infection with viruses.
Early pregnant women should primarily focus on rest and should avoid excessive exercise.
2. Carry a wrap or a lightweight jacket with you in the summer, and when you encounter office buildings, shopping malls, etc., where the temperature is relatively low, you can prevent from catching cold.
3. When sleeping at night, set the air conditioner temperature to 28°C and avoid setting it too low.
If you feel hot, you can turn on another fan, but make sure the airflow is blowing against the wall or ceiling.
4. When you take a shower in the morning, grab a handful of water with your hands, breathe it in deeply, and then exhale it out again, repeating this process four or five times.
This can clean the dust and debris on the cilia of the nasal cavity, which has a positive effect in preventing colds.
5. During pregnancy, do not become too excited or overly nervous. Maintain a relaxed and cheerful mood, maintain a balanced diet, and ensure adequate sleep.
Can you take medication for a cold during the early stages of pregnancy? This is a common concern among pregnant women, as they may struggle to recover without taking any medicine, but fear that it could harm their unborn baby.
Professional physicians have indicated that, generally speaking, after pregnancy, there are certain changes in the enzymes in pregnant women's bodies, which affect the metabolism of certain drugs.
Medications are difficult to detoxify and excrete, which can lead to accumulation in the body. During early pregnancy when fetal organs are forming, certain medications may have an impact on the fetus. Therefore, it is best not to take medications for colds.
However, if the symptoms of a cold and fever cannot be alleviated, then consider using Panax notoginseng, scutellaria baicalensis, forsythia, notopterygium incisum, honeysuckle, and traditional Chinese medicines such as the patent medicine "Yinqiao Zhegan Wan" and its tablets, powders, and injections, as well as compound Scrophularia nodosa injections and Yinhuang oral liquid.
If the symptoms of a cold and fever are severe, it is important to make an informed decision based on the pros and cons and seek medical attention promptly at a hospital under the guidance of a doctor.
It is important to note that during the early stages of pregnancy, it is absolutely essential not to take medications such as Suxiang Gancao Capsules, KangTai Ke, KangTai Ke, BaiJiaHui, KangBide, KeGanKang, KuaiKe, etc., as these drugs generally contain histamines and are contraindicated in pregnancy.
*The medical content involved in this text is for reference only.
In case of discomfort, it is recommended to seek medical attention immediately for accurate diagnosis and treatment at a hospital.