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so sick...

Nichie2Nichie2 member
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So I have had a nasty cough, and went to the doctor yesterday, who basically told me I have heartburn.  I told him thats not what it is.  My head is congested, and my chest is congested and I have a nasty cough.  I know there isn't much we can take while pregnant, but does anyone have any home/natural remedies to help with a cough at least?  I have had tea with honey, and last night, put Vicks on my chest.  I feel bad because I keep coughing so hard, that I feel my little girl moving around each time.  I have kept everyone in the house awake for 3 nights now...including the dog!  Any suggestions appreciated...
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  • shotzieshotzie member
    Here's what I do when I'm sick: gargle with warm salt water, use pure saline nasal spray several times a day, sleep with my head elevated, run the humidifier, drink lots of water. Hope you feel better soon!
    ETA: Is there another dr in the practice you could see if you need to go back? I'd be pissed the first dr didn't listen to your symptoms.
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  • Summer0715Summer0715 member
    Heartburn can cause these symptoms - I currently have heartburn really badly and I have noticed I am coughing more and my throat hurts.
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  • MrsKujawskiMrsKujawski
    get a netti pot... that'll clear your head out.
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  • Nichie2Nichie2 member

    imageSummer0715:
    Heartburn can cause these symptoms - I currently have heartburn really badly and I have noticed I am coughing more and my throat hurts.

     I appreciate that, and know it can, but the congestion in my head adds to it, and when I cough, its chunky (sorry...tmi) like you get from a chest cold.  I am certain at this point its not heartburn.   

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  • MrsRucinski85MrsRucinski85 member
    YES to the Netti Pot!

    Its cheap and works for real! If I ever lost mine I would spend the $18 to get another bc they are that great!

    I also do the gargling of warm salt water and the honey/lemon/tea (just make sure the honey is pasturized). And maybe try a warm to hotter (but not too hot) bath/shower. That might help with the mucus and stuff going on in your sinus and head.

    Fell better soon!

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