What should I do if I have a low-grade fever during pregnancy?
Apr 23, 2023
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Zhang Lu
Introduction
Low-grade fever during pregnancy may be caused by physiological factors or pathological conditions, such as upper respiratory tract infections or acute tonsillitis, which require targeted treatment. Specifically: in early pregnancy, as the embryo develops, the corpus luteum forms and under its influence, progesterone levels in the body rise, leading to an increase in basal body temperature.
Pregnancy-related low-grade fever may be caused by physiological factors or pathological conditions, such as upper respiratory tract infections or acute tonsillitis, which require targeted treatment. The specific analysis is as follows:
1. Physiological Factors
In early pregnancy, with the development of the embryo, a corpus luteum forms. Under the influence of the corpus luteum, progesterone levels in the body rise, leading to an increase in basal body temperature. This is a normal physiological change. If there are no other discomfort symptoms, observation without intervention is usually sufficient, and the condition typically resolves on its own after some time.
2. Pathological Factors
1) Upper Respiratory Tract Infection
During pregnancy, a woman's immune resistance is relatively low, making her more susceptible to bacterial or viral infections, which can lead to common colds. As the illness progresses, low-grade fever may develop. Under a doctor’s guidance, medications such as amoxicillin capsules or azithromycin tablets may be used for treatment.
2) Acute Tonsillitis
When immunity is weakened, pregnant women may also become infected by pathogens, resulting in acute infection of the tonsils. This condition triggers an inflammatory response in the body, causing low-grade fever. Pregnant women can take cefaclor granules or cefixime dispersible tablets under medical supervision.
Besides the above-mentioned causes, pelvic inflammatory disease can also lead to low-grade fever during pregnancy. If this symptom persists over a long period, it is advisable to seek medical evaluation at a hospital promptly to prevent adverse health effects.
