I have a severe allergy, but I do not know
to what! The symptoms are the same as
hayfever, but it occurs all through the
year, not just in summer. This is my 2nd
pregnancy, but this time it is worse. My
nose is constantly blocked or running and
I sneeze consistantly throughout the day
and night and my eyes itch. Has anyone
had a similar condition? I have been
given some nasal sprays from the doctor
but I am reluctant to take them as I am
just 7 weeks pregnant.
Any help would be appreciated.
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LadyLegacy
New User, Becoming EHEALTHy
Joined: 12 May 2005 Posts: 37 Location: Hacienda Heights
Posted: 07-28-05 20:13pm
I get a daily email from the author of
"what to expect while expecting" and I
just got this one a few days ago...It
offers a few things that can safely
help.
Week 16: your nose always knows: nasal
stuffiness
your uterus is not the only thing that's
starting to swell. The mucous membranes
of your nose may also start to swell from
all the pregnancy hormones circulating in
your body, which are also increasing blood
flow there. The result? Your nose
probably already knows: congestion, and
possibly even nosebleeds. Unfortunately,
the stuffiness may only get worse as your
pregnancy progresses, but your
practitioner will probably not prescribe
any medications or antihistamine nasal
sprays to help clear things up (but do ask
if he or she recommends something else
instead). You can safely try saline
sprays or nasal strips, especially if the
congestion takes a turn for the truly
uncomfortable. A humidifier in your room
and a little petroleum jelly dabbed under
your nose may also help overcome the
dryness associated with any congestion.
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NadiaandAskia4eva
New User, Becoming EHEALTHy
Joined: 15 Aug 2005 Posts: 11 Location: New Jersey
Hi Posted: 08-22-05 09:16am
My allergy are bad too I sneeze so much
and my nose is stuffy and my throat hurts
