Patient's question:
Detailed medical condition and consultation purpose: Pregnant for 9 weeks, I have had cold-like symptoms since the beginning and they haven't gone away. I have seen many doctors and taken several traditional Chinese medicine patches and Western medicine, but nothing has helped.I am very worried that it might affect the fetus.
I hope the doctor can give some advice.
Doctor's answer:
For mild colds with only sneezing, runny nose, and mild cough, medication is not necessary. Rest, drink plenty of warm water, and the condition often improves on its own without treatment. If symptoms do not improve, you may use traditional Chinese medicine such as Banlangen granules. If high fever or severe cough occurs, seek medical attention at a hospital.For fever reduction, you can apply cold compresses with damp towels or use 30%------35% alcohol (or diluted with an equal amount of water) to wipe the neck and armpits. Alternatively, you may use Bupleurum injection. Pregnant women with prolonged high fever or those with colds combined with bacterial infections should promptly visit a formal hospital for internal medicine examination and treatment.