Fever in First Trimester

LV Luvr · Jul 17th, 2008, 10:38 AM

Hi Girls! So last night I started getting swollen glands and a sore throat. This AM I am getting a fever. So what can I take? I'm at week 5 and I am reading Tylenol only...but is this ok before week 8 though? My drs. appt isn't until another 2 weeks. Any help is greatly appreciated.

Mrs. MC · Jul 17th, 2008, 11:39 AM

I would take what you need to reduce the fever, as the fever could potentially be more harmful than the tylenol. I am sure you are fine, you are so early that many women at this stage don't even know they are prg and take all kinds of substances and the babies are fine ! Hope you are feeling better

USCgerl · Jul 17th, 2008, 12:09 PM

I had this too this week, I just took a Tylenol when I had fever/headaches and drank lots of honey and lemon in hot water to sooth the throat. I felt better after 2-3 days.

If you're worried about taking tylenol so early, call your doctor's office and just ask the nurse for an answer. My nurse is always helpful when the dr's busy.

Hope you feel better soon!

biggestbaglover · Jul 17th, 2008, 01:07 PM

You can take 2 REGULAR strength Tylenol. Tylenol is completely safe although it is the ONLY medication that is considered completely safe for pregnancy(at least in Canada, where I live). You do need to reduce that fever as a high fever is potentially risky for a fetus.

bagaddict44 · Jul 17th, 2008, 01:59 PM

I would stick to tylenol. Hope you feel better soon.

LV Luvr · Jul 17th, 2008, 02:22 PM

Thanks girls. It's so nice to have this forum. Called the drs office and they said ok to taking it as needed with fever. if it doesn't go down then go in to my GP and get a strep test. The honey and lemon sounds like a great idea!!

ive_flipped · Jul 17th, 2008, 03:18 PM

LV Luvr- I hope you feel better soon

shopdoc · Jul 17th, 2008, 04:17 PM

I think you should call your doctor and not wait until you actually go in. I got the Flu at week 10, I didn't take anything other than cough drops (ask the doctor first though). Make sure to drink plenty of fluids and rest. Hope you feel better real soon.

Jul 17th, 2008, 10:38 AM	#1
LV Luvr Member Joined: Nov 2006 Posts: 1,372	Hi Girls! So last night I started getting swollen glands and a sore throat. This AM I am getting a fever. So what can I take? I'm at week 5 and I am reading Tylenol only...but is this ok before week 8 though? My drs. appt isn't until another 2 weeks. Any help is greatly appreciated. __________________ WISH LIST!!!! Azur Speedy 30 - Got it! LV Black Lurex Scarf - Got it! Vernis Sunset Boulevarde in Pomme - Got it! Chanel Lambskin Flap w/sh Monogram Pink Denim Shawl Monogram Eva Something Red Epi! Gucci Black Tote Keepall 55 Monogram Toilette Juicy Earrings - Got it! Manhattan GM Diamond Accent Ring Dior Hoop Earrings Chanel Sunnies Dream Bag(s): Chanel Jumbo White Flap w/GH or Black GST w/GH!

Jul 17th, 2008, 11:39 AM	#2
Mrs. MC Member Joined: Dec 2007 Posts: 2,563	I would take what you need to reduce the fever, as the fever could potentially be more harmful than the tylenol. I am sure you are fine, you are so early that many women at this stage don't even know they are prg and take all kinds of substances and the babies are fine ! Hope you are feeling better __________________

Jul 17th, 2008, 12:09 PM	#3
USCgerl Member Joined: Nov 2005 Location: Southern Cali Posts: 853	I had this too this week, I just took a Tylenol when I had fever/headaches and drank lots of honey and lemon in hot water to sooth the throat. I felt better after 2-3 days. If you're worried about taking tylenol so early, call your doctor's office and just ask the nurse for an answer. My nurse is always helpful when the dr's busy. Hope you feel better soon! __________________

Jul 17th, 2008, 01:59 PM	#5
bagaddict44 Member Joined: Dec 2006 Location: California Posts: 204	I would stick to tylenol. Hope you feel better soon. __________________ LV Wish list-2008 mono keepall 55 mono batignolles vertical-purchased 7/08 mono zippy coin purse mono key and change holder-purchased 6/08

Jul 17th, 2008, 02:22 PM	#6
LV Luvr Member Joined: Nov 2006 Posts: 1,372	Thanks girls. It's so nice to have this forum. Called the drs office and they said ok to taking it as needed with fever. if it doesn't go down then go in to my GP and get a strep test. The honey and lemon sounds like a great idea!! __________________ WISH LIST!!!! Azur Speedy 30 - Got it! LV Black Lurex Scarf - Got it! Vernis Sunset Boulevarde in Pomme - Got it! Chanel Lambskin Flap w/sh Monogram Pink Denim Shawl Monogram Eva Something Red Epi! Gucci Black Tote Keepall 55 Monogram Toilette Juicy Earrings - Got it! Manhattan GM Diamond Accent Ring Dior Hoop Earrings Chanel Sunnies Dream Bag(s): Chanel Jumbo White Flap w/GH or Black GST w/GH!

Jul 17th, 2008, 01:07 PM	#4
biggestbaglover Member Joined: Aug 2007 Posts: 1,403	You can take 2 REGULAR strength Tylenol. Tylenol is completely safe although it is the ONLY medication that is considered completely safe for pregnancy(at least in Canada, where I live). You do need to reduce that fever as a high fever is potentially risky for a fetus.

Jul 17th, 2008, 03:18 PM	#7
ive_flipped In LVoe Joined: Jun 2007 Location: eh!! lol Posts: 1,137	LV Luvr- I hope you feel better soon __________________

Jul 17th, 2008, 04:17 PM	#8
shopdoc Member Joined: Jun 2007 Location: Boston, MA Posts: 432	I think you should call your doctor and not wait until you actually go in. I got the Flu at week 10, I didn't take anything other than cough drops (ask the doctor first though). Make sure to drink plenty of fluids and rest. Hope you feel better real soon. __________________ Wish list Saving up for a Birkin Jimmy Choo Riki Recent Purchases 08 Balenciaga City in Thyme Anya Hindmarch Aretha Studded bag 08 Balenciaga First in Violet Escada Margaretha in Pink My updated collection, post number 67: http://forum.purseblog.com/your-bag-...on-165370.html