Patient's question:
26 years oldI have been pregnant for more than five months, and I have been troubled by two issues. The first is that I had a cold when I was two months pregnant and was prescribed traditional Chinese medicine by the hospital. I am very worried about the consequences. The second is that I have been working continuously, dealing with computers and copiers every day, and I am afraid that the radiation will affect the fetus. Now, is it too late to buy anti-radiation clothing?
Doctor's answer:
Pregnant women are one of the most susceptible groups to catch colds. As a pregnant woman, there are more factors to consider, including the impact of medication on the fetus. Understanding the causes of colds and the methods of treatment can make the cold less frightening.Colds are caused by infections from filtrable viruses, but it doesn’t mean that as soon as a filtrable virus enters the body, a person will get a cold. Our bodies naturally have resistance and immunity to reduce the effects of filtrable viruses that invade from the outside. However, resistance can weaken due to reasons such as physical fatigue, external stress, and poor nutrition. As a result, the body becomes unable to resist the filtrable virus and gets infected, leading to various uncomfortable and bothersome cold symptoms.
Pregnancy increases the likelihood of catching a cold. During pregnancy, it’s relatively easier to catch a cold, and although the symptoms may vary in intensity, most pregnant women experience at least one bout of the cold during their pregnancy.