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31 weeks pregnant and can't get rid of this really bad cold. headache, blocked nose, sore throat. what can i take to help please?

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Dr. Oscar Novick answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Bad cold: See your doctor for an examination and a throatculture to rule out strep throat. There is also the possibility that you have sinusitis and you may need to be on an antibiotic.

Answered 9/13/2013

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