A member asked:

I'm 27 weeks and 1 day pregnant and i have a cold its hard to breath and i'm scared the baby can't get enough oxygen what should i do?

5 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. David Tolstrup answered

Don't be scared: You can stop worrying. It is very unlikely that the baby will suffer any ill effects.

Dr Cannon and another doctor agreed

Answered 9/7/2014

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NO problem: Treat your cold and do not worry about the baby. if you are breathing well enough the baby will be ok. This is assuming you have enough oxygen for yourself. Ask your doctor what to treat your cold with but as long as you are not short of breath, you are ok. Best wishes.

Dr Gabor agreed

Answered 9/6/2014

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A member asked:

I'm 27 weeks and 1 day pregnant and i have a cold its hard to breath and i'm scared the baby can't get enough oxygen what should i do?

5 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. David Tolstrup answered

Dr Cannon and another doctor agreed

Dr. John Michel answered

Dr Gabor agreed

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