By
Lara A. Friel, MD, PhD, University of Texas Health Medical School at Houston, McGovern Medical School
During the 1st trimester, a temperature higher than 103° F (39.5° C) increases risk of the following:
Defects of the brain or spinal cord in the baby
Late in pregnancy, fever increases the risk of the following:
Doctors treat the cause of the fever, but women can also take acetaminophen to lower the temperature. Cooling blankets can be used in women with a very high fever.
| Generic Name | Select Brand Names |
|---|---|
acetaminophen |
TYLENOL |
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