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Table of Contents. Home Remedies. Over-the-Counter Drugs. Next in Cold Guide. Cold and Flu Relief From the Drugstore. What Is American Ginseng? Learn more about the risk factors for a cold ». The incubation period for a cold can last for several days. We'll go over the specific timeline as well as early symptoms to watch for. You'll also…. Do you have a head cold? Learn more about the symptoms, treatment, and prevention.
A typical cold will last only about 10 days. How do you know when to wait it out, and when to seek medical care, or try other treatments? Learn more about the ways you can treat a stuffy nose, or nasal congestion, at home, including tips on decongestants, humidifiers, and steam remedies. Steam inhalers are used as personal saunas for skin care or supporting respiratory health.
We created a list of steam inhalers to suit your needs. You may have heard that you can sweat out a cold, but is this an effective remedy? Learn more here. Typically, postnasal drip can be alleviated at home. Try these remedies and OTC products to relieve your symptoms. Salt water gargles are touted as an effective and easy home remedy for a sore throat.
We explain why, plus additional benefits. Health Conditions Discover Plan Connect. Medically reviewed by Deborah Weatherspoon, Ph.
People with either illness often experience: a runny or stuffy nose sneezing body aches general fatigue. As a rule, flu symptoms are more severe than cold symptoms. What are the symptoms of a cold? Cold remedies for adults. Cold remedies for children. Options for cold medication. Diagnosing a cold.
How long does a cold last? Fact or fiction: Feed a cold, starve a fever. What food should I eat if I have a cold? Cold prevention. What causes colds? Risk factors for the common cold. Read this next. Medically reviewed by Elaine K. Luo, M. Coughing is your body's way of getting mucus out of your lungs. So use cough syrups only when your cough becomes too painful.
Throat lozenges or sprays for your sore throat. Drink plenty of fluids, get enough sleep, and stay away from secondhand smoke. Wheezing can be a common symptom of a cold if you have asthma. Use your rescue inhaler as prescribed if you are wheezing.
See your provider immediately if it becomes hard to breathe. Although not proven to be helpful, most home remedies are safe for most people. Some remedies may cause side effects or allergic reactions. Certain remedies may change the way other medicines work. Talk to your provider before trying any herbs and supplements. Preventing the Spread of Colds. Wash your hands often. This is the best way to stop the spread of germs.
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