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Is it bad to take a shower when you are sick? i have soar throat, headache, and a full nose. my mom says it is bad but i think a hot shower might help
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No: Taking a shower when you're sick is not a problem. I agree with you. A hot shower when you're not feeling great perks me up. Getting wet does not make you sicker. That's an old myth.
Answered 5/13/2014
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