Patient's question:
Female, 23 years old, has been experiencing pain in the lower abdomen every day recently, especially a dull, intermittent pain on the left side. She also feels a sense of fullness in her breasts. Now she has caught a cold and is very worried. She wants to ask, what should she do if she catches a cold and coughs while pregnant?Doctor's answer:
First, it is not recommended to take medication during pregnancy, as it may have potential effects on the fetus to some extent. It is advised to drink more water or eat more white radish. In addition to pears, you can boil them into water, which may have a certain effect on clearing the lungs and possess the functions of clearing heat and resolving phlegm. However, if the symptoms are severe, it is generally recommended to take some traditional Chinese medicine formulations orally, such as Banlangen, which has fewer side effects. Medication should be used under the guidance of a doctor, and if necessary, intravenous treatment can be administered in the hospital.