can't stop

ShianeNicole

So I'm having a nice little vomiting session, and afterwards I can't stop coughing. I'm laying in bed, keeping my husband awake because I just can't stop. Feels like my lungs are full of fluid. This has never happened before. I tried drinking water, didn't help. Any suggestions? I feel like I'm going to pull a muscle in my back!! #:-S

nano1

That sounds absolutely aweful feeling, I hope it goes away soon!

mattymom

Try taking a shower. The steam may help open up your lungs and calm the coughing.

allrightmeow

Do you have a history of asthma? Pregnancy made mine flare up.  

ShianeNicole

I don't have asthma, that I know of, but it eventually calmed down enough to go to sleep. It was awful. Thanks for the suggestions!

nursewho

I've taken care of patients who have developed asthma during pregnancy. I would bring it up with my doctor just in case!

DogLoverX3

I think there's something called allergy induced asthma too. Has your allergies been worse than normal this pregnancy?! Just a thought!

dramaphile

Could have been caused by stomach acid from the vomiting. It can mimic asthma symptoms of it gets into your throat/airways. Some people with acid reflux get wheezing as a symptom. If it happens again, try to record details of when/why it happened and your doctor can help you figure out what's up.

ShianeNicole

Thank you ladies!!