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While having a cold/flu, why do symptoms get worse after going outside only for a couple of hours?
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Common cold: With the common head cold some people actually feel better when going outside when the weather is good. However, true influenza is a more intense and systemic infection that requires a lot of rest. Increase in activity while that ill, may worsen symptoms.
Answered 1/18/2020
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