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How Can Tonsillitis And Fever During Pregnancy Be Treated?

Hi, I m currently pregnant found out Christmas Eve so haven t being able to see a dr till tomorrow so don t know how far along I am would say about 4 weeks. I just got tonsillitis 2 days ago, whole body aches, fever, really sore throat and when I swallow it hurts but so does mt left ear. Anyway my concern is when I had a temp of 38.8 instead of trying to bring it down ( I was so cold) I took really hot baths and I dressed really warm. It was 34 degrees outside and I m in bed with blankets on, I ve just found out (google) that my baby could have birth defects because of this I m so scared now!
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Hello dear. Welcome to Healthcaremagic. I read your query and I understand your concern. You can use acetaminophen to lower high body temperature. Erythromycin is safe in pregnancy but a doctor should examine you and will decide if you really need to take it.
Take care.
Hope my answer was helpful, if you have any other questions I'll be glad to help you. Best regards, Dr. Olgeta Xhufka ( general and family physician ).
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How Can Tonsillitis And Fever During Pregnancy Be Treated?

Hello dear. Welcome to Healthcaremagic. I read your query and I understand your concern. You can use acetaminophen to lower high body temperature. Erythromycin is safe in pregnancy but a doctor should examine you and will decide if you really need to take it. Take care. Hope my answer was helpful, if you have any other questions I ll be glad to help you. Best regards, Dr. Olgeta Xhufka ( general and family physician ).