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A member asked:
How can you tell if it's a cold or allergies? i don't have any allergies but this runny nose won't leave. i've taken cold medicine which helps a bit.
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Cold v allergy: If cold medicine (which usually contains an antihistamine) helps your runny nose, you likely have an allergy. A cold does not usually last for more than 10 days . Allergy is often associated with itching but never a fever as may happy with a cold. If you are still uncertain, see your doctor.
Answered 5/16/2018
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