Patient's question:
Hello doctor, I am currently four months pregnant. In the past few days, I have experienced an unpleasant situation again—I have caught a cold and coughing has returned. It hurts very much, but I dare not take medication, so I would like to ask the doctor for some good advice. What should I do if I have a cold and cough at four and a half months of pregnancy?Doctor's answer:
Pregnant for more than four months, symptoms of a cold reappeared, with coughing as a manifestation. Oral expectorant and cough-relieving medications can be used for treatment. Traditional Chinese medicine preparations can be used to reduce side effects on the body. At the same time, it is important to carefully observe for a possible drop in body temperature. If fever symptoms reappear, a blood test should be conducted at the hospital to understand if there is a bacterial infection. Antibiotics should also be taken orally.