Question 1

when can a cold turn it a upper respiratory infection?

Accepted Answer

Yes it can: The most common cause of colds are viruses. These can in turn become bacterial infections that can affect the upper respiratory system. Signs to look for when concerned that your has turned into an upper respiratory infection include sinus pain or earache.  If you are producing increased nasal discharge that is green to dark yellow in color then be concerned about a bacterial infection.

Question 2

how do you know if child has upper respiratory infection or cold?

Accepted Answer

The same: Some people call an upper respiratory infection a cold, both are usually caused by a virus and treating the symptoms is all that is necessary while your body fights the infection. If your child is has a fever, is having trouble eating or breathing, you should see your family doctor. Colds, and all other upper respiratory infections, are contagious, so avoid coughing/touching or kissing people.

Question 3

my daughter had upper respiratory infection  not too long ago. can it repeat when she catch cold?

Accepted Answer

Same thing.: "catch a cold" is the same as " get an upper respiratory infection, " so the answer is yes.

Question 4

had a bad cold for a month and noticed  new a1c test went up for no reason. can prolonged upper respiratory infection cause blood glucose increase?

Accepted Answer

Recheck: It may cause a change in blood glucose levels which can be then reflected in test results. I would recommend a recheck two weeks after you recover.

Question 5

i was sent to the er and diagnosed with ileitis. how common is bacterial or viral ileitis compared to a chronic condition? i've also been fighting an upper respiratory infection for a couple weeks and wonder if it is possible for that infection to travel

Accepted Answer

Neither,need tests: One visit to ER is not enough to diagnose  ' ileitis ' . See you family doctor or gastroenterologist for further investigation , to make sure you do not have Crohn's disease, yes infection like TB,viral &amp; fungal  possible  Your URI may not be related.

Question 6

i have a hard non painful lump in between my earlobe and jawline. i read that it could be lymph nodes fighting a cold or upper respiratory infection, but im not sick. could that still be the case and could it be nothing to worry about, or urgent?

Accepted Answer

: It could be a lymph node. You can watch and wait.  You may feel the nodes every couple of weeks, if any of the lymph glands doubles in size, becomes painful, ulcerates, or other nodes become enlarged, or you develop fever, or lose weight, you should see a doctor. Wish you good health!

Question 7

i have a sore throat, dry cough, fatigue, sometimes runny nose and body aches. is this a cold, flu, or upper respiratory infection?

Accepted Answer

Can be : all of the above, what you are describing sounds like a viral disease, which can be a cold, flu or upper respiratory infection, with all the symptoms noted. Rest, fluids, pain killers and salt water gargles, if no improvement, see your doctor, good luck

Question 8

why might one get an upper respiratory infection?

Accepted Answer

There are over a: 100 viruses that can cause URI's.

Question 9

how can you tell if you have an upper respiratory infection?

Accepted Answer

Cold symptoms: Sore throat, runny nose, nasal or sinus congestion, cough, fever, fatigue, headache.

Question 10

can upper respiratory infection be contagious?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Because respiratory infections can be caused by viruses or bacteria they can be contagious.  Good handwashing techniques and sneezing "into your sleeve" are ways to help spread infectious particles to other patients.

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