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I have a head cold and am 26 weeks pregnant. what can i do to help myself get rid of it?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler
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Psychiatry 27 years experience
Symptom relief: Cold tips: for sore throat – gargle with warm salt water (1/2 tsp salt in 8 oz of water). * for congestion – saline nose drops or a neti pot. *for anti-inflammatory effect & mobilizing mucus- homemade chicken noodle soup.**for hydration- lots of water. Try clear broth. * add honey & a small amt. Of lemon juice to chamomile tea.
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