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Is it possible to have a cold without a runny nose? i feel sick like a cold or flu with no throat or runny nose issues or fevers
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Yes: Hi, Yes, it's possible to have a cold without a runny nose. Hope you feel better soon!
Answered 9/30/2018
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Unlikely.: It is possible but unlikely. You may be in incubation period of the cold or flu. Incubation period is between 24 to 72 hours. Your symptoms may appear after the incubation period at least on or two of them.
Answered 9/30/2018
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