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I am recovering from Covid, I got it in my 20th week. I did go to NUH A&E, but there was a Long wait like 4-5 hours. They did a ultrasound scan on my baby. Baby is ok. Doc said usually baby is ok, just mommy herself need to take care. After I become negative, It was my 21 week detail scan, baby is doing well, very active. Gynea told me recently most of his patients got covid. I only took some paracetamol due to high fever during covid period, doc told me fever is more worrisome, so had to take paracetamol and it helped. I drink honey everyday, a lot of fruits and water, and coconut water every other day, all help me a lot. I also tried to eat well, so that nutrient for baby is not compromised. One thing is that my sense of smell has not totally come back after covid. I hope it will be back soon. Rest as much as you can, stay positive, take care!
I had my first Covid at 20 weeks as a FTM. Called my gynae and she said if my symptoms are mild (ie no breathlessness or high fever), then I can just stay home and recover, and that there’s no cause of concern for baby or mum. I would suggest calling your gynae instead of just a tele consult doc, as your gynae is more specialised and also aware of your current condition and needs. My gynae also said that it’s pregnancy safe to take regular flu meds like paracetamol and Zyrtec to keep my flu symptoms at bay but I chose not to as my symptoms were fairly mild. I just did lots of water, fruits and rest. I am now 32 weeks and baby has been just fine last few visits since covid. Feel better soon mama! And at least baby has extra antibodies! ❤️
I got Covid when I was in 26 weeks, my gynae advised to stay home unless there’s spotting or pain. I stayed home and recovered with meds from GP. But one night I felt stomach pain the whole night can’t sleep, so next day (day7 Covid) went to KKH A&E to check and turns out everything is fine. Baby is fine and safe. If you’re just worried about baby due to Covid then don’t worry, baby will be okay! I have a few pregnant friends who gotten Covid previously and have already delivered baby safely now. But if you’re feeling any pain anywhere then yes you should get it checked!
I am having covid now. I am at week 32. My gynae just prescribed me Biogesic 500mg. I took 2 tabs per day. So far only taken 3 tabs and my fever is gone. Left with a bit of sore throat or cough. I took Leftose (Lozenges), Took 6 tabs. Besides these, I drank warm honey lemon with ginger a few cups a day. Drink a lot of water and sleep more. On day 3, I felt much much better. Now I am on day 4. Feeling almost 100% recovered, even though my ART still showing positive. Get well soon!
I got Covid at 35 weeks, and it was the first time getting infected. I was not feeling that bad, so I just stayed home, ate well and I just recovered. During my doc visit I told him this and he told me that it's better than getting infected during delivery time. But I believe that it's all about how you feel. I think you should listen to your body. If something is bad you would know it.
I had it when I was week 11 too. vomited almost every meal/drink out during thr first 4-5days. not much med available from GP (did ART & PCR) take normal Panadol if have fever (I took). use salt water to garle for sore throat just stay home and take plenty of rest unless your tummy is hurting/spotting/bleeding etc. babt growing well now I'm in my 20+weeks
I had covid when I was 11 weeks too. Went to the Dr, get medication and stay home to rest. No need for hospital visit unless your condition worsens or you're experiencing severe cramps/bleeding. I did went to A&E, because my fever did not break for 5-6 days, I was put on IV drip and I felt better. Feel better soon!
I am 14 weeks now and currently covid positive (day 4 in isolation). I think so long you feel ok and manageable symptoms, it’s best to stay at home and recuperate. A&E itself may have other forms of viruses running around, it’s actually safer to isolate and visit your gynae once u recover :)
There is no need to go to A&E. All you would have to do is visit the dr (which you have), unless you’re very unwell. It’s not like the A&E can do anything special on top of what the GP has done. Rest well and recuperate at home! And remember your prenatal supplements 😊
I have a friend that is 6 months pregnant and has covid but resting at home as advice. As long as your fever not that high and symptoms are bearable you may stay home to rest. You can take paracetamol (if advise by your tele consult/gynae). Do hydrate more.