Question 1

whats goid for a chest cold?

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Rest, fluids: Get as much rest as you can, and drink lots of liquids. Tea with honey and lemon can help the symptoms, you also might get some relief from halls cough drops.

Question 2

can you go in a pool with my child who has a chest cold?

Accepted Answer

Not a good idea: Children who have chest colds (heavy chest congestion) should not be in swimming pools. They should be home in bed so that they can heal and also so they do not infect others.

Question 3

have a chest cold and now weird pains throughout chest. is this normal?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Sometimes with a chest cold we can have some aches and pains in your chest. If you hear wheezing when you breath or have a very deep cough or shortness of breath you should be checked for pneumonia by a doctor or nurse practitioner. Otherwise some minor aches and pains can be triggered by the coughing.

Question 4

hello, i'm not quite sure who to ask about this but i need some quick advice.

i believe i have a chest cold of some kind. i keep coughing, and when i?

Accepted Answer

Upper respiratory in: Yes you may but if the cough persists you should see your doctor.

Question 5

my 6 moth baby have a chest cold what can i do?

Accepted Answer

See doctor: There are many infections this time of the year - some can cause significant disease.  Since the baby is young you should see your doctor to make sure nothing severe is present such as pneumonia or wheezing.  You didn't mention if fever was present but this would increase concerns.  In general avoid cough and cold products.  Keep nose clear with saline irrigation. Keep well hydrated.

Question 6

what are the complications from getting a chest cold after having chemo?

Accepted Answer

Watch counts: You should know your blood counts. if low watch your fever...you are at risk for bacterial infections like pneumonia when the Wbc counts are low. Inform your doctor for any fever.

Question 7

how do you get rid of a chest cold?"

Accepted Answer

Time: If due to a virus then you have to wait it out. If symptoms persist it may be something else in the respiratory system that is contributing.

Question 8

should a child go swimming when he has a chest cold?

Accepted Answer

Exercise a cold?: There is a very simple rule. If your symptoms are above the neck, do anything you want.  If your symptoms are also below the neck -- fever, muscle aches, fatigue, for example -- you should avoid exertion.  Sitting in warm water is not a problem with a cold, but anything that makes you shiver will just make it harder to fight off your illness.  A chest cold is just a cold with post nasal drip.

Question 9

what's the difference between allergies and a chest cold?

Accepted Answer

Many things: There are some similar symptoms but allergies shouldn't cause fevers and colds shouldn't last all season. If an otc antihistamine doesn't help and you don't improve within a week or so you should see your primary

Question 10

what do you suggest to relieve asthma during a chest cold?

Accepted Answer

Asthma: Usually upper respiratory infections can trigger asthma and increased the dose of medications you use usually helps, under the guidance of your physician. A rescue inhaler is also used for acute relief of attacks. I suggest you seen an allergist if you have not seen one yet to better manage your asthma.

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