Sharing the situations in which pregnant women who contract the flu must be under the supervision of a physician, Dr. Azer Aras Uluğ said, “Pregnant women should definitely pay attention to the following symptoms if they have flu. "If the fever rises above 38 degrees, if there is difficulty in breathing, if you experience shortness of breath, if you start to have a rash at night, if your body starts to itch, if rashes start to appear, you should definitely consult a physician." Said.
The possibility of contracting flu infection increases during pregnancy.
Stating that flu cases are more common due to the decrease in immunity during pregnancy, Uluğ touched upon the importance of protecting the immune system. Uluğ said, “Every pregnant woman encounters flu infection at some point during pregnancy. As for the reason, during pregnancy the immune system, that is, the immune system, decreases compared to before. For this reason, the chance of getting flu infection during pregnancy increases compared to other people. In this case, the question of what we can do to protect our immune system comes to the fore. Healthy and balanced nutrition is a very important factor. They should consume plenty of vegetables, fruits and nuts. Foods like these boost our immune system. Regular, adequate and quality sleep and adequate water consumption are also very important factors. "In addition, immune-boosting supplements can be used with the recommendation of your physician." He spoke as follows.
Things you must know before consulting a doctor!
Dr. underlines that medication should not be used indiscriminately during pregnancy. Azer Aras Uluğ said, “It is extremely wrong for pregnant women with flu to take medication as they wish without asking the doctor. Pregnant women cannot use medications prescribed to normal people for cold and flu. There is a risk that these may pass to the baby and cause anomalies and harm. For this reason, medication should never be taken randomly by hearsay. "You should definitely consult a doctor and be examined, accordingly, only medications that the doctor can prescribe should be used." Said.
Things to do at home!
Pointing out that home rest is important for pregnant women during flu periods, Uluğ said, “Rest ensures faster recovery and also accelerates the recovery process. In addition, consuming plenty of fluids will change the acid balance in our body into an alkaline balance, thus strengthening our immune system and helping us fight flu and viruses. Apart from this, foods and teas such as linden, rosehip, mint, lemon, orange, milk with honey and cinnamon also support our immune system and help us beat the flu more easily. We also need to open and ventilate the room we sleep in at home for ten minutes every two hours, every three hours. Let's say you're working and you have the flu. Then, if the air conditioning in the environment you work in is not sufficient
You should go outdoors and get fresh air for ten minutes every two or three hours. "The walks we take together will also accelerate blood circulation and help strengthen our immune system." He gave information as follows.
Suggestions to protect yourself from flu!
Dr. also explains ways to protect against flu. Azer Aras Uluğ continued his words as follows.
“In fact, it is necessary to know ways to protect against flu. Although the flu is transmitted through inhaled air, it can sometimes be transmitted to ourselves through contact surfaces or our hands. That's why we should wash our hands frequently. We should pay attention to our hand hygiene, especially if we come into contact with handrails and elevators. We must ventilate the environments we work in. We should also consume vegetables and fruits rich in vitamin C.
Should you get a flu vaccine during pregnancy?
We recommend getting the flu vaccine during pregnancy. Especially those with low immune systems, those who have frequent infections, those who become pregnant at an older age, and those who have a systemic disease such as diabetes are more likely to catch the flu than other pregnant women. In such cases, it is necessary to get a flu vaccine.
In which months of pregnancy should the flu vaccine be administered?
We do not recommend getting the vaccine in the first three months of pregnancy. But vaccination can be done after the third month. We do not recommend medication in the first three months of pregnancy unless necessary. “We recommend supports such as herbal supplements, rest and drinking plenty of fluids.”
