Every woman in an “interesting position” tries to avoid hypothermia, drafts and a long stay in the cold. But, despite all the warnings, reduced immunity makes itself felt. Even factors that we simply don’t notice in everyday life negatively affect our health.
As you probably already know, inhibition of immunity during pregnancy is a normal state of the body, due to your position. Nature, in order to provoke an immune conflict between the mother and the fetus, creates this artificially. That is why, reduced immunity is the main cause of acute respiratory infections. Other factors include contact with a sick person, allergic diseases, or stress. Let's look at what ARI is during pregnancy and how can a virus affect an unborn baby?
What is the risk of acute respiratory infections during pregnancy?
The first trimester, in which all internal organs begin to form, is the most dangerous for your baby. It was at this time that the baby was not yet protected by the placenta, which serves as an insurmountable “barrier” for infections. With a disease during this period, it is likely that the normal course of development of the embryo will be disrupted. In addition, the transferred ARI can provoke an early birth.
In the second trimester, the fetus is reliably protected by the placenta, which does not allow most infections to pass through. But, with gestosis, the threat of abortion can cause serious problems.
The resulting acute respiratory infections can adversely affect the formation of the spinal cord and brain, provokes malnutrition in the fetus and developmental delay.
With incorrect or untimely treatment of acute respiratory infections during pregnancy, complications such as bronchitis and pneumonia can develop. These diseases require special antibacterial therapy.
The first symptoms of acute respiratory infections
The disease begins to manifest a slight malaise, fatigue and headache. Runny nose, cough and sore throat appear during the day. In the active period, which is up to 3 days, the body temperature rises. By this time, all symptoms of acute respiratory infections are progressing.
ARI treatment
The treatment of acute respiratory infections during pregnancy must be approached with extreme caution. Since, most drugs can have a negative effect on the unborn child. But recipes of traditional medicine can by no means always have the desired result, and no less than tablets will bring harm. Therefore, the use of any herbal preparations is recommended only after consulting a therapist.
For the treatment of the common cold, Nazivin, Naftizin, or Aqua Maris drops are mainly used. Nasal lavage is quite popular and most effective. For manipulation, you can use already prepared Dolphin mixes (by the way, the kit also includes a special dispenser, with which the procedure is performed) or a home-made solution of soda or sea salt. Regardless of your choice of constituent solution, you need 1 tbsp. water and 1 tea lies. soda or sea salt (without impurities and flavorings). Technique: if you have a dispenser, then use it. If not, we advise you to stand near the bath and bend forward. Pour a little prepared solution into your hand and draw it in with your nose.
For sore throats, it is necessary to use local antiseptics, it can be Tantum Verde, Ingalipt or any other spray. Regular rinsing with herbs (calendula, chamomile or sage) relieves inflammation.
Antipyretic drugs are used at temperatures above 38 * C. Many doctors prefer Paracetamol. Remember, “Aspirin” - as an antipyretic can provoke a miscarriage.
In no case do you carry out antibiotic treatment on your own during acute respiratory infections during pregnancy. Incorrectly selected medications can provoke malformations in the unborn child.
It is worth noting that in the treatment of acute respiratory infections during pregnancy, it is necessary to use drugs that stimulate the work of immunity. It can be "Interferon", "Grippoferon" or "Viferon". They are absolutely safe and harmless.
Drink tea with raspberries, lemon. Include garlic and onions in your daily diet.
And lastly, I would like to urge all pregnant women to take any disease more seriously. Any, even at first glance, slight malaise should be treated under the close supervision of a specialist. Remember, while taking antibiotics on your own, your child also uses them. Therefore, only a doctor can attribute drugs suitable for your situation that will absolutely not affect the condition of the fetus.