Question 1

how too treat a common cold?

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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 2

how to stop common cold relapse?

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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 3

common cold and vomotting feeling?

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Sounds viral: Not much to go on, but i think this will pass.

Question 4

what should i take for a common cold?

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OTC preparations: There are numerous over the counter preparations to counter congestion, pain, cough, fever and other symptoms of the common cold.  Try one of these after reading the label to see if that product addresses the symptoms you are experiencing.  Hope you feel better soon.

Question 5

why can't the common cold be treated?

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Virus: The common cold is a virus, and it cannot be treated with antibiotics.  Those are only good for bacteria.  You can only treat the symptoms of a cold, but you mostly have to let it run its course.

Question 6

what is the duration of the common cold?

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Varies : The common cold usually last 5-7 days, with symptoms ocassionally lasting 10-14 days. See your doctor if you don't see improvement, or if you note worsening.

Question 7

how to know if i just have a common cold?

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A cold: or is usually mild, self-limiting and lasts less than 5 days. The common cold usually does not give HIGH fever or cause illness for longer than a week. An exam by your Doctor is usually a good idea if your cold "does not go away".

Question 8

how to shorten the length of the common cold?

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Can treat symptoms: But can't v length. 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

what kind of pathogens cause the common cold?

Accepted Answer

A number of viruses: Rhinoviruses are the most common pathogens among them.

Question 10

what's recommended as a cure for the common cold?

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Wait: The zinc in coldeze may shorten the duration of a cold by a day or so.  Symptomatic treatment will make you feel better.  Throat lozenges for sore throat, pseudephedrine for nasal congestion, Robitussin-DM for cough and tylenol (acetaminophen) for pain and discomfort when needed are what i recommend.  There is no curative medical treatment but wait 7 days and it will be gone.

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