Question 1

i have a cold and i feel chest tightness short of breath. i just went to pee and my pee was very yellow should i go to quickcare to get checked?

Accepted Answer

Sounds : Like you may be slightly dehydrated...Bulk up on your fluids.

Question 2

my mucus is salty . i drink plenty of water  i hydrated my urine is clear. i don't have a cold. but my mucus just comes up salty, what's the problem?

Accepted Answer

May be normal.: Sometimes it is normal for the mucous to be "salty". The ph and sodium content changes with medication, allergies and infections.

Question 3

how do i know i have a cold?

Accepted Answer

Symptoms: The symptoms and signs of the common cold include  nasal obstruction, rhinorrhea, throat irritation or laryngitis, fever and cough. If you have these symptoms you probably have a cold, but I suggest an exam at a clinic to rule out any other possible conditions which are more serious such as pneumonia or another infectious disease. Best of luck with your health!

Question 4

i have a cold, what can i do for it?

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No treatment : If you had one, you'd never have to work another day in your life! colds are caused by viruses (antibiotics are useless!) and run their course in 3-5 days. Cold meds prolong it by blocking  symptoms. Nsaids, decongestants and nasal lavage (neilmed) are great palliative measures, as are old-fashioned folk remedies like chicken soup and tea! better yet: get plenty of test and drink lots of water.

Question 5

i have a cold what can i take for it?

Accepted Answer

Tips: Try hydrating well. Netti pot for congestion. Tylenol (acetaminophen) or nsaid's. Try chamomille tea with tea and lemon added. Take care.

Question 6

i have a cold since 2 week. is it normal?

Accepted Answer

Prolonged: Viral upper respiratory tract infections like the common cold usually clear in a week or so. When symptoms persist beyond 10 days a bacterial infection such as SInusitis or bronchitis is suspected and often antibiotics are prescribed to expedite the clearing of these infections. See your physician if symptoms persist or worsen.

Question 7

what to do if i have a cold, what do you recommend i do?

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Colds: Tips: Sore throat – gargle with warm salt water (1/2 tsp salt in 8 oz of water). Get strep test/culture if very sore. Congestion – saline nose drops or netti pot. For anti-inflammatory effect &amp; mobilizing mucus- homemade chicken noodle soup.  Hydrate- lots of water/clear broth/ add honey &amp; a small amt. of lemon juice to Chamomile tea. Fever/ pain – Acetaminophen / NSAID’s  Rest!!

Question 8

i have a cold please help me i want rid of it!?

Accepted Answer

Helps symptoms only: Tips: sore throat – gargle with warm salt water (1/2 tsp salt in 8 oz of water). Get strep test/culture if very sore. Congestion – saline nose drops or netti pot. For anti-inflammatory effect & mobilizing mucus- homemade chicken noodle soup.  Hydrate- lots of water/clear broth/ add honey & a small amt. Of lemon juice to chamomile tea..  Fever/ pain – Acetaminophen / nsaid’s  rest!

Question 9

do i have a cold or the flu?

Accepted Answer

Some thoughts on flu: Nobody really knows when one person stops being contagious with influenza (with or without Tamiflu treatment). One week out from the start of the illness (one can count from the first day of fever, aches, or cough) is safe, unless a person had a more severe illness or still has a lot of cough. In a more severe case, one can wait longer, such as until 3 days after no fever nor excessive cough.

Question 10

i have a cold and am 7 mouths?

Accepted Answer

Cold: Are sure it's viral cold or nasal irritation from pollution, pollens molds where not allergic but irritating to nasal mucosa ( mixed allergy, non allergy, vasomotor rhinitis. Pregnant- avoid meds unless dr. Says ok. So- safe is nasal saline and sinus wash. Neil med sinus rinse, saline spray to clear back nose, ayr nasal or generic saline all safe. Ginger root- make tea, sip t/o day, soothing, for.

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I have a cold and i feel chest tightness short of breath. i just went to pee and my pee was very yellow should i go to quickcare to get checked?

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My mucus is salty . i drink plenty of water i hydrated my urine is clear. i don't have a cold. but my mucus just comes up salty, what's the problem?

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How do i know i have a cold?

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I have a cold, what can i do for it?

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I have a cold what can i take for it?

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I have a cold since 2 week. is it normal?

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