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Sitnalta
True Blue Farmgirl
4208 Posts
Jessica
NJ
USA
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 Posted - Sep 17 2009 : 2:25:54 PM
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I have a pretty good sized sore throat and my ears are killing me accompanied with pressure headaches. I called the dr and she would like to put me on an antibiotic.
I'd really rather not, but I don't know what natural alternatives there are for me. Things that are not dangerous in second trimester are definitely a must. :D
Any suggestions to speed along getting rid of this seasonal nastiness?
hugs
Jessie
People are like stained-glass windows.
They sparkle and shine when the sun is out,
but when the darkness sets in,
their true beauty is revealed only if there is a light from within.
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catscharm74
True Blue Farmgirl
4687 Posts
Heather
Texas
USA
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Posted - Sep 17 2009 : 2:33:56 PM
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LOTS of water...clear liquid soups...warm/cold compresses...I is awful when you are pregnant and are restricted to what you can do. Don't get dehydrated...and of course, lots of rest.
Heather
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Sitnalta
True Blue Farmgirl
4208 Posts
Jessica
NJ
USA
4208 Posts |
Posted - Sep 17 2009 : 6:26:34 PM
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hehe..I can do everything but the lots of rest ;)
I think its funny that you were the first to post on this Heather. I've been thinking alot about you and Charlie lately. How are things going? How did he make out with his endoscopy?
(This baby is a Charlie too!)
Keep me updated girlfriend and thanks for the advice! Im headed for the warm compresses now. This sort throat is the worst part!
YUCKO!!
hugs
Jessie
People are like stained-glass windows.
They sparkle and shine when the sun is out,
but when the darkness sets in,
their true beauty is revealed only if there is a light from within.
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catscharm74
True Blue Farmgirl
4687 Posts
Heather
Texas
USA
4687 Posts |
Posted - Sep 17 2009 : 6:40:26 PM
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Awww. (((HUGS))) Charlie is good. No major problem found...just waiting on the biopsies to come back and see if it an allergy or something else.
I forgot to add, ginger...so yummy and I don't think it hurts the baby...just double check with the doctor. Warm water with honey and if you are up to it, a tablespoon of apple cider vinegar. I hope you get feeling better. : )
I love the name Charlie...for obvious reasons...but it is just a good classic boy name, ya know???
Heather
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Roxy7
True Blue Farmgirl
1083 Posts
Robin
Denver
CO
USA
1083 Posts |
Posted - Sep 17 2009 : 8:39:48 PM
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Ask the Dr and pharmacist whats safe. I had to take anitbiotics because I got bronchitis when I was a few months pregnant. I also used this website to tell me more info about drugs during pregnancy and breastfeeding.
http://www.safefetus.com/Search.asp
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princesspatches
True Blue Farmgirl
431 Posts
arttie
iron mountain
michigan
USA
431 Posts |
Posted - Sep 18 2009 : 04:22:21 AM
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Lots of orange juice. it helps with the sore throat and also cuts the phlem.
their are some over the counter ear drops. Keep your ears nice and dry. Use the hair dryer on low to warm the up and dry your ears. it helps.
I have chronic ears and throat pain, but because of my kidney disease I am limited to medications. These are the thingsI have found helps. They are 'old wives' medicines, but i have had luck with them.
Headaches, drink water or Gatorade. 99% of headaches are caused from dehydration.
Good Luck
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Especially For You
True Blue Farmgirl
541 Posts
Tina
Watkinsville
GA
541 Posts |
Posted - Sep 18 2009 : 05:16:16 AM
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Jessie,
Do you have fall allergies? My DD is 6 months preg. with her 3rd boy, and her allergies are giving here fits. i know that mine are worse in the fall than in the spring. you might want to talk to your Dr about what to take if thats what it is. I hope you feel better!!!
Blessings,
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Sitnalta
True Blue Farmgirl
4208 Posts
Jessica
NJ
USA
4208 Posts |
Posted - Sep 18 2009 : 06:03:27 AM
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Tina- It seems everytime the seasons change I get a bout of allergies to contend with. Fall is my worst because of everything dying and "dusting" and it not really being cold enough to kill the germs.
Our Fall has been crazy this year. Somedays it will be cooler like in the 60s and other days itll be in the 80s. You never know which day is going to do what. It's been rainy looking since Monday.
I finally had to break down and take an antibiotic. I like to breathe too much ;)
THanks for all the wonderful advice girls! It's so nice to know I can always count on you to lend an ear and help out!
hugs
Jessie
People are like stained-glass windows.
They sparkle and shine when the sun is out,
but when the darkness sets in,
their true beauty is revealed only if there is a light from within.
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Especially For You
True Blue Farmgirl
541 Posts
Tina
Watkinsville
GA
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Posted - Sep 18 2009 : 1:16:11 PM
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Hope you feel better real soon!!!!
Blessings,
Tina |
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Marcy
True Blue Farmgirl
2701 Posts
Marcy
Tiverton
Rhode Island
USA
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Posted - Sep 18 2009 : 2:25:03 PM
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Jessie,
Hope you feel better soon!
Farmgirl #170
Since you get more joy out of giving joy to others, you should put a good deal of thought into the happiness that you are able to give...Eleanor Roosevelt
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Cabinprincess
True Blue Farmgirl
682 Posts
Melody June
Athens
TX
USA
682 Posts |
Posted - Sep 19 2009 : 1:29:30 PM
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I use Liquid Silver (Colloidal) instead of antibotics. You can get it at the health food store. I used it for strep throat with I was pregnant. Here is a site for you to check out. I did talk with my Dr. first and he checked it out for me. You could have your Dr check it for you.
http://www.healthynewage.com/high-ppm-colloidal-silver.htm
Smiles, Melody June
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quiltin mama
True Blue Farmgirl
436 Posts
Heather
Crescent City
CA
USA
436 Posts |
Posted - Sep 20 2009 : 10:12:28 AM
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I was in the same boat as you are now. I eventually ended up taking the antibiotics even though I'm pretty much against them at all costs. I had just had that crud for over 3 weeks and it was NOT going away. No matter what I did. I think that I still have the lingering effects of it but the antibiotics did help. All I could take was the amox. since I'm pregnant.
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Sitnalta
True Blue Farmgirl
4208 Posts
Jessica
NJ
USA
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Posted - Sep 20 2009 : 10:34:03 AM
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Does anyone know if its okay to use menthol cough drops during pregnancy? I've heard mixed thoughts on it, but I'd love to breathe even for the short time that cough drops would allow ;)
hugs
Jessie
People are like stained-glass windows.
They sparkle and shine when the sun is out,
but when the darkness sets in,
their true beauty is revealed only if there is a light from within.
www.messiejessie2.blogspot.com |
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Windsong
True Blue Farmgirl
309 Posts
LaVonna
Decatur
Tx
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Posted - Sep 20 2009 : 4:13:08 PM
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I agree with the silver post. I use and sell Natures Sunshine and sell theirs and also sell it from the supplier American Biotech. You can take the liquid and make a spray to spritz your throat. Most health food stores carry American Biotech. This silver is a special process so there is not any of that turning blue stuff we heard so much about. It is not the same thing at all.
I would also suggest you look for herb teas from Traditional Medicinals. They have one just for expectant moms and I bet it would help with a sore throat too. Most herbs do double duty.
LaVonna
www.windsongwellnessandtherapyshoppe.com
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Sitnalta
True Blue Farmgirl
4208 Posts
Jessica
NJ
USA
4208 Posts |
Posted - Sep 20 2009 : 6:04:53 PM
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Thanks LaVonna. :)
I have some herb teas for expectant mommies. I didn't even think of using those, but a great idea!
hugs
Jessie
People are like stained-glass windows.
They sparkle and shine when the sun is out,
but when the darkness sets in,
their true beauty is revealed only if there is a light from within.
www.messiejessie2.blogspot.com |
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