Question 1

what are some of the non-drug treatments for common cold?

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The non drug treatments for Common cold include::   Watchful waiting, Honey, Nasal saline irrigation, Bathroom steam, Throat lozenges, Warm bath.

Question 2

is antihistamines first generation 
effective drug for common cold and does vitamin c important during common cold?

Accepted Answer

Antihistamines: Antihistamines help with runny nose, some nasal congestion, and watering of eyes. They do not help with severe nasal congestion, headache, fever, marked cough or fatigue.
There is no conclusive evidence from research that Vitamin C helps ,once person becomes sick.
If your diet includes citrus fruits, tomatoes, pineapple, water melon and mangoes, you are getting enough Vitamin C.

Question 3

30 y.o. m asymptomatic, just common cold. urinalysis shows urobilinogen of the chart, + leukocyte, very little billirubin. drugs:cialis and dianabol.

Accepted Answer

Follow-up: If i understand, your urine urobilinogen level was very high, there was a trace of bilirubin in your urine, you are taking dianabol, and you are not visibly jaundiced. Dianabol will cause cholestasis and is the likely explanation for the bilirubinuria. The elevated urobilinogen will prompt a savvy physician to order liver enzymes and a reticulocyte count to check for hemolysis.

Question 4

how can i cure common cold?

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You can't: There is no cure for a cold. Most colds last 10 to 14 days. The best you can do is help to alleviate the symptoms with otc medications.

Question 5

how too treat a common cold?

Accepted Answer

Rest, water, time: We don't have a quick fix for the cold yet.  Acetaminophen and other over the counter medications will help with the symptoms though.

Question 6

what are common cold sypmtoms?

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Really???: Coughing, sneezing, runny/stuffy nose, watery eyes, scratchy throat.

Question 7

how can i fight a common cold?

Accepted Answer

Rest warm & humid: The common cold is self-limited, and is effectively dealt with by your own immune system, and it usually resolves in 5 to 7 days.

In order for your immune system to work efficiently, you will need adequate rest and sleep. Cold viruses thrive in low humidity and cold temperatures. They can't survive at high temp and high humidity. You should keep warm, drink plenty of fluids, and try a humidifier.

Question 8

how to stop common cold relapse?

Accepted Answer

You can't: There's not much you can do to avoid colds unless you want to live in a cave or on a mountain top, away from all other people.  Getting a cold twice a year is just part of being human.

Question 9

how do you diagnose common cold?

Accepted Answer

Clinically diagnosed: Your doctor will make the diagnosis of a common cold based on your signs and symptoms by performing a history taking and a physical exam. The common cold generally involves a runny nose, nasal congestion, and sneezing. You may also have a sore throat, cough, or headache.

Question 10

how long could common cold last?

Accepted Answer

The common cold: According to the mayo clinic, colds usually last one to two weeks.

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