02:42 PM Tuesday, October 10, 2023
Written by Nada Sami:
Cough is one of the annoying symptoms that many suffer from during the fall and winter seasons, and many pregnant women fear being exposed to any double risks when suffering from cough, believing that it will affect the fetus.. So what is the truth about this?
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In the following report, “Consulto” reviews the impact of cough on the health of pregnant women, and tips for dealing with it, according to “Women’s Health.”
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Cough in general is not directly harmful to the pregnancy and fetus. However, in some cases, a severe and persistent cough may cause some discomfort and stress for the pregnant woman and affect her comfort.
There are some reasons that can increase the possibility of problems resulting from coughing during pregnancy, and they are as follows:
Pressure on the bladder: Severe coughing can increase pressure on the bladder, and thus urinary leakage may occur. This is common during pregnancy.
Abdominal pain: Severe coughing can cause pain in the abdomen and pelvic area as a result of muscle tension, and this can be annoying and painful for pregnant women.
High blood pressure: In some rare cases, severe and persistent coughing can lead to a temporary rise in blood pressure, and this may be dangerous if the pregnant woman already suffers from high blood pressure.
How to deal with cough during pregnancy?
To relieve cough during pregnancy, some procedures can be followed that may help calm it down and reduce the chances of exposure to unwanted complications, and this can be done by following the following:
Drink warm liquids: Drinking warm drinks, such as warm tea with honey, may help soothe the throat and relieve cough.
Steam inhalation: Taking a warm shower or sitting in a steam bath can help relieve congestion and irritation in the respiratory system and thus relieve cough.
Eat honey: Honey is a natural soothing to the throat and antibacterial. You can eat a teaspoon of honey or add it to warm tea.
Avoid irritating factors: You should avoid exposure to factors that increase irritation and cause coughing, such as dust, passive smoking, and strong odors.
Rest and relaxation: Get enough rest and good sleep. Relaxing and reducing stress can help relieve coughs.
Consult a doctor: If the cough is severe and persistent and causes you discomfort or if you are worried about it, it is recommended to consult a doctor. Your doctor may recommend appropriate antitussives that are safe to use during pregnancy.
You should not take any medications or preparations without consulting your doctor.
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