Hi Leanne,

I have had a pretty intense cold/flu for the past four weeks & my Obstetrician says that because my immune system is so down (mainly it concerns itself with the baby now) that I will more than likely have it until after the birth.

My main concern is that my nose is blocked 24/7 & he said that "Otravin" nasal spray is the best bet but only to use it once before bed (I'm no good to anyone if I cant at least get a few hours sleep) I know Panadol is ok & he said I am fine for 6-8 a day but I feel a bit guilty (silly I know) so really only take it as a last resort if i am aching too much (all the coughing hurts my creaky bones & joints) I stuck to butter menthols & soothers for the throat & if my nose gets too bad during the day I do a steam bowl with a drop of vicks under a towel (& always rub Vicks under my nose).

Keep up the fluids & drink lots of Orange Juice. That is my two cents