Allergy during pregnancy: what to do? Learn from our article!

There are several ways to treat allergies in pregnancy. First of all, you need to get rid of the main symptoms that prevent normal functioning. If you decide to use medicines, you need to make sure that they do not have a negative effect on the child. It is possible to start taking certain medicines only after receiving an appointment from a doctor.

Features of allergy treatment in the first trimester

In the early stages of pregnancy it is desirable andUse any medications only when necessary. If you suffer from allergic reactions to the flowering of certain plants, you must wash your clothes daily, wash your shoes and other items thoroughly. To completely get rid of contact with the allergen, you can use a medical mask. If you notice any manifestations of allergic reactions in the first trimester of pregnancy, follow these steps:

1. Visit an allergist. Some diagnostic measures may be required to identify the allergen. In some cases, blood is collected, a skin test is performed, an allergen is also detected by excluding possible irritants.
2. It is necessary to suppress the main symptoms of an allergy. In some cases, it is sufficient to strengthen the immunity, completely get rid of contact with the allergen. If these measures are not enough, it is necessary to select a drug with a minimum of contraindications, after consulting with a doctor.
3. Do not eat citrus and chocolate in excessive quantities, it is advisable to give up their daily addition to food. Use cosmetic and hygiene products, made exclusively on a natural basis. If possible, limit the use of household chemicals.

What should I do for allergic rhinitis?

To eliminate manifestations of rhinitis that has appeared under the influence of allergens, you can use standard drops that help with a cold. In pregnancy, the most preferred drugs are those containing sea salt.

Popular preparations:

1. Marimer and Aqua Maris ( available in the form of drops).
2. Dolphin ( a complex preparation containing medicinal plants and sea salt).
3. D Octor Thais Alergol ( sold in a spray configuration, seawater is used as the basis for its preparation).

Often doctors prescribe such medicines:

Preparation	Image	Features
Pinosol		This medicine contains mint and eucalyptus which help not only to get rid of the main symptoms of an allergic reaction, but also to improve overall health
Prevalin		Produced in the form of a spray. After application forms a film, enveloping the mucous membrane. As a result, the effect of allergens
is completely blocked. Salin		Supplied in a droplet configuration. The active substance is sodium chloride. This drug promotes rapid cleansing of the mucosa

If, together with a common cold, the allergy is manifested by lacrimation, symptoms similar to conjunctivitis, it is possible to do lavage. For this, doctors often prescribe drops Innoxa .It is desirable to use drugs that contain only natural ingredients.

What if I have an itch or rash?

In severe allergy manifestations, doctors recommend using special ointments that help to quickly get rid of dermatitis, rash, other negative symptoms. Often used Zinc ointment , allowing for a short time to eliminate the rashes due to the drying effect. A similar action has Tsindol , which contains zinc oxide.

You can also use creams, which contain extracts of useful plants. If you suffer from progressive atopic dermatitis, apply these drugs in a small layer to those parts of the body where pathological formations are found.

Note! It is desirable to perform an allergy test before using any medicines. Apply the drug to the back of the hand. If redness or other negative reactions does not appear, you can use the remedy.

Allergy to food or medicine

This type of allergic reactions in most cases is manifested by a rash or other abnormalities on the skin. For the treatment of pathology, it is desirable to eliminate the allergen as quickly as possible, and also to carry out competent cleansing of the whole organism.

Use such medications:

• Lactofiltrum;
• Enterosgel.

If the allergy has occurred suddenly, manifests itself in an overly expressed form, it is necessary to take any effective sorbent as soon as possible. The most commonly used activated carbon is .

Note! Sometimes doctors recommend using a double dose of the drug.

Tablets: features of use in pregnancy?

At the moment there are no medicines on the market that are completely harmless for pregnant women. With severe allergies, it is necessary to suppress dangerous symptoms as soon as possible, so they can negatively affect not only the patient, but also the fetus. In this case, doctors decide on the choice of the safest drugs in a particular situation.

H1-histaminoblockers

Completely block the work of histamine receptors, which can eliminate the allergic reaction. There are several drugs from this group that can be used during pregnancy. Doctors select a specific drug, depending on the severity of allergic reactions, the duration of pregnancy.

1 generation:

1. Dimedrol .It is practically not used in pregnancy, since it can adversely affect the activity of the uterus. If necessary, the doctor appoints him exclusively in the second trimester.
2. Suprastin .Virtually never used in pregnancy.
3. Tavegil .Applicable if there is a serious need. Doctors prescribe this drug, if other drugs do not help, there is no possibility of their application in a specific case.

2nd generation:

1. Claritin .Does not have a pronounced negative effect on the child's body, but is characterized by a mass of contraindications for the pregnant woman. This drug is used only for severe allergic reactions, which can not be stopped by less dangerous means.
2. Terfenadine .It is highly effective in controlling allergies, but it can provoke a decrease in the weight of the fetus.

3 generation:

1. Zirtek .It is considered completely safe for both the mother and the baby during admission during pregnancy. When breastfeeding with this medication, it is advisable to opt out, as its active ingredients can enter the breast milk.
2. Allertec .Used at any time of pregnancy except for 1 trimester.

Corticosteroids

Presented in various forms of release, the most popular of which are ointments and creams. Preparations of this group are effective due to the inhibition of Th-2 cytokines, which helps prevent the onset of an allergic reaction upon contact with the irritant.

Note! Part of these drugs, including Dexamethasone, Metipred, can affect the deterioration of the immune system. Corticosteroids are used only if drugs from other groups do not have a positive effect.

Treatment with folk methods

Folk methods of treatment are usually used for visually conspicuous symptoms of allergic reactions. They are characterized by a minimum number of side effects, they allow you to get rid of the itch and rash without using drugs from the pharmacy.

Cough for allergy

To get rid of this symptom, you can use inhalations with mineral water. Often used Borjomi , Narzan , Essentuki .After carrying out of the given action it is necessary to wait 60 minutes, then to make inhalation with use of oils. From the allergy helps peach , olive , eucalyptus oil .

Note! It is not advisable to use decoctions made with medicinal herbs when coughing, since under the influence of plants the allergy may increase.

Hives

In order to eliminate the itching in a short time, use menthol or salicylic acid .Take a cotton pad, apply the product on the areas where you experience discomfort. In many cases, negative symptoms are completely eliminated within a few minutes.

If the itching does not go away with the use of the listed medicines, you can use an infusion made from of the plantain and of the fennel .To prepare it you need 1 tbsp.l.seeds of dill, the same part of the crushed leaves of plantain. The resulting mixture is added to 200 ml of boiling water. It is enough to leave the remedy for 2 hours, then apply to the affected area.

Allergic dermatitis

To get rid of negative manifestations of allergies, use a special tincture. It is made using sage , calendula and chamomile .You can also add St. John's wort .It is enough to take the listed components for 1 tbsp.l.and put in a glass with boiling water. Wait until the broth cools. The resulting solution can be used 3 times a day, as rubbing.

The infusion made of camomile flowers and of marigold , of plantain leaves is very effective. Prepare the listed components in a 1: 1 ratio in the total amount of 4 tbsp.l. Place the resulting mixture in 500 ml of boiling water. The infusion can be used for setting up compresses, as well as for rubbing the skin.

Lotions are often used. For this, a decoction made on the basis of of the oak bark is excellent. To prepare this drug, you need 100 g of crushed oak bark. Add this component in 1 liter of water, boil for 30 minutes. Infusion is used for setting up compresses. Also, it is applied every day to affected areas. In addition, you can use an oil extract, prepared on the basis of dogrose. Rose hip oil can be purchased at a pharmacy. The oil is ingested by 1 tsp.daily, also it is suitable for outdoor use.

Eczema

To get rid of this pathology cabbage sheets are often used. They are used fresh, making bandages. The plant is applied to the affected areas of the skin. Every day, make a new bandage. Continue treatment until the symptoms of allergy are completely eliminated. If you plan to use compresses, they will require crushed leaves of cabbage and egg white. One protein will require 3 tbsp.l.mixture.

To eliminate the symptoms of eczema, apply regularly to the skin a herbal extract. Excellent helps apple vinegar , which must be mixed with water and egg in a ratio of 1: 1: 1.Compresses are also often made from these components. To eliminate the manifestations of eczema helps the birch juice , which should be applied to the affected areas several times a day.

Alternating from an allergy

If you regularly use a decoction of a string as compresses or rubs, you can get rid of not only redness or severe itching, but also to remove inflammatory reactions. To completely eliminate allergic reactions, you can use this medicinal plant for several weeks or months, since it has virtually no side effects.

Note! If you intend to use this product for more than 5 months, you need to take a break for 2-3 months.

You can use the infusion from the turn instead of the morning use of tea or coffee. To make it, you need a teaspoon of chopped green on a glass of water. If you decide to deal with allergies by rubbing the skin, make a simple solution with 3 tsp.the deciduous part of the plant on a glass of boiling water.

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Preventing allergy during pregnancy

To avoid severe allergic reactions during pregnancy, it is advisable to use the following measures:

1. Do not contact animals. It is advisable to shift the responsibility for caring for them to another family member.
2. Carry out a wet cleaning daily. Use a vacuum cleaner that contains a water filter. Ventilate rooms in which you are constantly. Remove dust from household items at least 2 times a week. So you can avoid the formation of an allergic reaction to dust mites.
3. Do not eat foods that you have previously been allergic to.

If you have an allergy during pregnancy, you need to take a set of measures to eliminate it. To use properly selected medications, you need to consult a doctor, take tests to identify the allergen. When using complex therapy, you can get rid of allergies without harming the baby.