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I have flu or a cold and i am 6 weeks pregnant.my nose is blocked and runny.my throat is on fire and i have a slight headache.i am also sneezing?

3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
Dr. Amrita Dosanjh answered

Specializes in Pediatric Allergy and Asthma

Screening: Please see your physician or urgent care for flu and Strep screening tests. Nasal saline rinses may relieve the congestion.

Answered 2/10/2020

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Dr. Susan Rhoads answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Get strep culture.: See your doctor and get checked to be sure that you do not have strep throat, which needs to be treated with an antibiotic. You can also talk to your doc then about how best to feel better, while pregnant. Hope you are better soon!

Answered 3/25/2022

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