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How long must a person be free of cold and flu symptoms before getting a flu shot?
While a flu shot will not be effective against any active flu symptoms it will protect against the other flu strains contain in the shot. Flu symptoms such as high fevers, upper respiratory problems should be controlled but the flu virus in a shot is a 'dead' non-active virus and should not affect or cause any current virus.
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Is getting a cold one of the symptoms of being pregnant?
No getting a cold is not the sign of pregnancy.
Can you catch a cold when you have symptoms or is it only contagious when you are in incubation period before you start sneezing and feeling ill?
The common cold is the most common human disease. Well over 200 viruses are implicated in the cause. Rhinovirus caused colds are most infectious during the first three days of symptoms. A person with the symptoms has already caught the cold. The time before the infection begins and when the symptoms show is between 1-3 days. It is a matter of discussion whether or not a person who doesn't show signs and symptoms of a cold are contiguous. The reason for the lack of information is due to the cost of looking into this.
When is a person with a common cold contagious?
There does not appear to be a period of time that a cold is least contagious. Scientists believe that a person who has the common cold can be contagious for a few days before their symptoms begin right up until the time when their symptoms subside. This period of time could take up to two weeks. However, the period of time when a cold is most contagious is usually when the symptoms are at their worst, usually 2 to 4 days into the cold.
What are some of the symptoms of a head cold?
There are a large variety of different symptoms that allow a person to diagnose a head cold. These symptoms include, but are not limited to, a runny nose and nasal congestion.
How is Common cold caused?
A common cold is usually lasts 7-10 days before all symptoms are gone.
What are the symptoms of cold hands condition?
Aching hands, and of course cold hands are leading signs of cold hands condition. Although symptoms are not always the same from person to person, one may want to consider checking with their doctor.
How long wil it take to feel witdtdrawal symptoms from getting of cold turkey of 7 mg abilify when im 90 kg?
A person can go through withdrawals symptoms from a 7 MG Abilify for 2 to 3 days. After a few days it will be out of a person system.
How can you tell that your dog is getting a cold?
common symptoms are shaking, breathing strangely,and sneezing.
What symptoms would indicate that a person has the flu rather than a cold?
Flu symptoms are usually more intense than cold symptoms and they begin much more quickly. Some of the major symptoms of the flu that don't necessarily come with a cold are a fever and muscle aches and pains and fatigue.
Does cold medicine kill the cold?
Cold medicines are not bad for a person if they need to take them. If a person is not sick, then the medicines are potentially harmful.
How long from contact of cold germ till symptoms appear?
I've heard that the time between when a person catches a cold and when symptoms actually appear is approximately 2-3 days.
Is it normal to have cold symptoms for over two weeks?
Sometimes cold symptoms can last 2 or more weeks. Consider getting more rest, drinking more clear liquids, and increasing your vitamin intake. Having a well-balanced diet is key to battling a cold. If the cold symptoms last more than three weeks, or are getting worse, see your doctor for treatment options and for verification that your immune system is operating properly.
