my best friend just called me
and she just found out she is pregnant
but does not know how far along she is
but she has mono right now
so she is worried something will happen with the baby
im tryin to tell her everything will be okay
but honestly i dont know much about it
will everything be fine.
2007-11-04 14:45:12 · 22 answers · asked by mommy in january 1 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Pregnancy
She gets to her ob-gyn NOW to get all issues settled
2007-11-04 14:52:47 · answer #1 · answered by Experto Credo 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
the infection occurs during pregnancy , it can be important to determine the cause, as some of the mono-like infections (but not EBV infection) have been associated with pregnancy. Consult a doctor (OBGYN) and make sure in the mean time to get plenty of rest and make sure to stay hydrated (drink lots of water, or Gaterade, which help replinish your electrolytes).
Usually only self-care is needed for mono.
Get plenty of rest.
Gargle with salt water or use throat lozenges to soothe your sore throat.
Take acetaminophen (such as Tylenol) or ibuprofen (such as Advil) to reduce fever and relieve a sore throat and headaches.
Avoid contact sports and heavy lifting. Your spleen may be enlarged, and impact or straining could cause it to burst.
In severe cases, medicines called corticosteroids may be used to reduce swelling of the throat, tonsils, or spleen.
Good luck!
2007-11-04 14:52:36 · answer #2 · answered by krogerpharmtech 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
she should call the dr. first thing tomorrow. some mono cases can be pretty bad, and since she is pregnant, she's really going to have to take care of herself. plenty of sleep and double the fluids....
Mono takes quite a toll on your immune system. she needs to contact a dr. to get some instructions from a professional.
also, NO exercise while you have mono. I had that a few years back and that was the direction from my dr. also, dont take all those over-the-counter meds that someone posted above. that's not going to help mono, and it will be useless to therefore take.
2007-11-04 14:49:28 · answer #3 · answered by nostalgia2007 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well I think you need a medical opinion. I would try calling a Doctor and get the facts about some one with mono. Who ever you get information from, make sure they know what their talking about.
2007-11-04 14:49:11 · answer #4 · answered by LDB449 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The presence of a mono infection during pregnancy is not associated with miscarriages or birth defects, but it does warrant close medical attention to fever, decreased appetite, and potential dehydration.
2007-11-04 14:50:37 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
The best thing for her would be to consult her doctor. If your friend eats well exercises and stays healthy she should get ride of her mono and the pregnancy should go well. Don't worry about it just tell her to make sure she sees a doctor asap.
2007-11-04 14:48:34 · answer #6 · answered by Lola 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
hmm. all you can do for mono is rest. believe me, i got it in march it went away by the begining of june then i ahd a relapse at the end. she jsut needs lots of rest or it may come back and with a baby on the way you're already exhausted as it is! i hope everything goes good.
2007-11-04 14:53:39 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I don't think she's at great risk, but she needs to go to the doctor for both prenatal care and advice about her mono.
2007-11-04 14:47:56 · answer #8 · answered by Lady Geologist 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
she found out she was pregnant....does she have a good family network to help her out? if she does please be supportive and allow them to care for her. she shouldn't be ashamed of being pregnant, if they know the doctors will do what's best for her and the baby. certain drugs are bad for expectant mothers so it is best you let her know to tell her parents about it. good luck and do not keep it to yourself about her even if she doesn't want to let the parents know, you can, she'll thank you for it in the end.
2007-11-04 14:50:29 · answer #9 · answered by kissjupitereyes 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Tell her to go to the doctor. Early prenatal care is more important than anything else she can do for the baby. Go with her if she needs you to. But she NEEDS to go to the doctor.
2007-11-04 14:48:28 · answer #10 · answered by Tai 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
yes everything will be fine. she can take sudafed as instructed on the box. and tylenol as instructed on the box. other than that rest, juice, soup... the normal get you better while you're sick remedies. any other drugs you want to take i would consult a Dr. first
2007-11-04 14:48:57 · answer #11 · answered by eric r 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋