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- Common cold - Symptoms and causes - Mayo Clinic
Most people recover from a common cold in 7 to 10 days Symptoms might last longer in people who smoke Most often, you don't need medical care for a common cold If symptoms don't get better or if they get worse, see your health care provider Illnesses of the nose and throat caused by germs are called upper respiratory tract infections
- 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
- 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
- Common cold in babies - Symptoms causes - Mayo Clinic
Causes The common cold is an infection of the nose and throat, called an upper respiratory tract infection More than 200 viruses can cause the common cold Rhinoviruses are the most common A cold virus enters babies' bodies through the mouth, eyes or nose Once infected by a virus, a baby's body usually can fight off that same virus in the
- 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
- Cold remedies: What works, what doesn’t, what can’t hurt
Cold remedies with conflicting evidence In spite of ongoing studies, the scientific jury is still out on some popular cold remedies, such as vitamin C and echinacea Here's an update on some common alternative remedies: Vitamin C It appears that taking vitamin C won't usually help the average person prevent colds
- Cold or allergy: Which is it? - Mayo Clinic
A cold may last 3 to 10 days in adults, although a cough may last for a couple of weeks longer You can treat the symptoms of the common cold with rest and added fluids Pain relievers may help with aching muscles or throat pain Nasal rinses or sprays may help with congestion or runny nose Seasonal allergies may last several weeks
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