Sometimes the body temperature of an expectant mother in the early stages of pregnancy rises by about one degree, which is associated with a restructuring of the body and a change in hormonal levels, and this is quite normal. But if an infection has visited the body, the temperature has jumped sharply and does not decrease for a long time, then emergency measures should be taken.
Instructions
Step 1
The basic rule - do not self-medicate, do not rush directly to the bags with medicines and carefully take the advice of friends. It is better to immediately consult a doctor, because now you are responsible not only for your well-being, but also for the health and life of your future baby. A high fever is especially dangerous for him during the early stages of your pregnancy. It will be very good if you pass tests and make sure that no inflammatory processes occur in your body.
Step 2
It is possible that if your condition does not inspire concern, the doctor will first advise you to bring down the temperature with proven folk remedies. Mix vinegar with water in a ratio of one to three and wipe the whole body with this solution, apply a damp towel to your head. You can use lemon juice instead of vinegar.
Step 3
Drink plenty of fluids (but drinking plenty of fluids is contraindicated in the second half of pregnancy, especially if you have swelling). Drink warm herbal teas (raspberry or linden blossom, coltsfoot and plantain leaves), cranberry juice, and green tea. Milk with honey and butter helps well. Do not take any hot baths or calendula tinctures.
Step 4
Read the annotations before using any medication. Moreover, if they do not say that the medicine is harmful to pregnant women, it can be used. You can read about the effect of the drug on the Internet.
Step 5
An analgin enema may be a good option for you. Remember that if you have the flu or some other viral disease, you do not need to be treated with antibiotics, especially without consulting qualified specialists.
Step 6
There are drugs that are taken by inhalation. Please consult your doctor about this.
Step 7
Eat high-calorie foods, because you need energy, also do not forget about the benefits of vitamins.
Step 8
Remember that during seasonal respiratory illness, you need to be careful when dealing with people.
