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- Common cold - Symptoms and causes - Mayo Clinic
Most often, common cold symptoms start 1 to 3 days after someone is exposed to a cold virus Symptoms vary They can include: Runny or stuffy nose Sore or scratchy throat Cough Sneezing Generally feeling unwell Slight body aches or a mild headache Low-grade fever The mucus from your nose may start out clear and become thicker and yellow
- Common cold - Diagnosis and treatment - Mayo Clinic
Treatment There's no cure for the common cold Most cases of the common cold get better without treatment within 7 to 10 days But a cough may last a few more days The best thing you can do is take care of yourself while your body heals Care tips include: Rest Drink plenty of liquids Humidify the air Use saline nasal rinses Antibiotics do not treat cold viruses They are used to treat
- Cold remedies: What works, what doesnt - Mayo Clinic
Cold remedies are almost as common as the common cold But do they work? Nothing can cure a cold, which is caused by germs called viruses But some remedies might help ease your symptoms and keep you from feeling so bad Here's a look at some common cold remedies and what's known about them
- Cold remedies: What works, what doesn’t, what can’t hurt
Cold remedies that work If you catch a cold, you can expect to be sick for one to two weeks That doesn't mean you have to be miserable These remedies might help you feel better:
- COVID-19, cold, allergies and the flu: What are the differences?
Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) can cause many of the same symptoms as the common cold, seasonal allergies and the flu So how can you tell if you have COVID-19? It may help to learn about the differences in symptoms that these illnesses cause Also, find out how these illnesses spread, are treated and can be prevented
- Mayo Clinic Q and A: Myths about catching a cold
Cold ice cream can soothe a sore throat, and probiotics in yogurt can help alleviate stomach upset if you are taking antibiotics for an infection Check with your primary health care provider or pharmacist to get a list of foods you should avoid with medications
- Home Remedies: What works for a cold and what doesn’t
Cold remedies that work If you catch a cold, you can expect to be sick for one to two weeks That doesn't mean you have to be miserable Besides getting enough rest, these remedies might help you feel better: Stay hydrated Water, juice, clear broth or warm lemon water with honey helps loosen congestion and prevents dehydration
- Acute sinusitis - Symptoms and causes - Mayo Clinic
Acute sinusitis is most often caused by the common cold Signs and symptoms may include a blocked and stuffy (congested) nose, which may block your sinuses and prevent drainage of mucus
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