Patient's question:
Just 35 days pregnant, felt nasal congestion and sore throat 3 days ago. No fever, took Shuanghuanglian, symptoms slightly improved. Is the cold harmful to the fetus? The doctor at the hospital also recommended I do a prenatal genetic test. Is it necessary to do a prenatal test after getting pregnant?Doctor's answer:
Pre-natal and post-natal health checks for eugenics can be done before pregnancy or before the fifth month of pregnancy. If symptoms are mild in the early stages of pregnancy, such as sneezing or a runny nose, they generally have little impact on the fetus. Rest and increased fluid intake usually help, but severe colds can be problematic. Medication should be avoided in the early stages of pregnancy as it may have significant harm to the fetus. If a cold occurs in the second trimester, increasing fluid intake, avoiding spicy foods, eating more fruits and vegetables, and taking Huanglian tablets, Amoxicillin capsules, and Vitamin C will not harm the fetus.