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help what can i do?

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i am 6 weeks pregnant and i am full of cold. I think i might have a chest infection will be going to the doctor Monday. Does anyone know of any safe over the counter products i can buy to help my dry tickly cough.
 
Go to the chemist and ask to speak to the Pharmacist. The pharmacist can look at all the meds you take and consider your diabetes and pregnancy before recommending a product.

Alternately rather than waiting till Monday - could you go to a walk in centre and see if they have a Dr you could speak to?
 
You can take paracetimol, but they are useless. Thats about it i think, i had killer toothahce at one stage and couldnt sleep, had to wait to go the dentist then it hurt worse for a few days. Didnt help at all.
Hope you feel better. xx
 
I had the same and my Mum found me something. I think it began with an R but I have no idea what it was called! Hope you get better soon x
 
Possibly Robitussin? Thats suitable for Diabetics but not sure about the pregnancy aspect... would have to ask the Pharmacist.
 
Honey and Lemon might help 🙂
 
The standard medical advice for a cold is to take paracetomol to reduce the symptoms, drink plenty of fluids, ideally water, and keep a close eye on your BGs due to illness raising them.

Obviously, only your GP can sort out a chest infection.

Get well soon. 🙂

Rob
 
Lauren said:
Possibly Robitussin? Thats suitable for Diabetics but not sure about the pregnancy aspect... would have to ask the Pharmacist.
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That name looks right...
 
hi does anyone know if it is safe to use vicks vapour rub during pregnancy? and if i can rub it in my chest.
Thanx everyone for your advice xxx
 
pinkemz said:
hi does anyone know if it is safe to use vicks vapour rub during pregnancy? and if i can rub it in my chest.
Thanx everyone for your advice xxx
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I did, i have boots own brand i dont think it said on it to ask. I love the stuff. Only used it two days ago 🙂 xx Read the packet. if it says ask then do, it will probelly be fine but worth checking.

x
 
been to the doctor today. got a chest infection on antibiotics feel so guilty for going on them baby not having the best start.
:(
 
You need to be well for baby. They wont effect them but you being poorley will.

Hope you feel better.

xxx
 
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