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Cold and Flu

Questions and answers about the "Common Cold"; symptoms in the upper respiratory tract like sneezing, scratchy throat, and runny nose, but adults don't typically have fevers. Colds are usually caused by the rhinovirus (up to 40% of colds), or Coronaviruses (about 20%), but there are more than 200 viruses that can cause the common cold. Also questions about the seasonal flu, also called "regular flu", caused mostly by Type A and Type B Influenza viruses. Flu starts with similar symptoms as a cold only it hits faster and harder and usually includes fever in adults. Although the "stomach flu" is a common term, it is not a real diagnosis. The proper medical term for stomach flu is gastroenteritis (an intestinal disease, sometimes viral but also bacterial), it is often mistaken for influenza because the flu can sometimes include vomiting and diarrhea.

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Should you worry if your mucus looks dark yellowish-brown?

That is normal congestion if you have a cold or bad allergies. Dried up mucus is usually white or yellowish or brownish. If you get bright yellow or greenish, you probably have an infection, but dark colors are just dried out mucus.

Can air conditioners cause the common cold?

The common cold can be caused by air induced issues. If the air is not purified, certain spores and germs can be passed through the vents. The respiratory system absorbs these germs and undesirables, which harms the immune system.

Why was the H1N1-09 swine flu vaccine made?

To protect us from the H1N1/09 virus that was new in 2009. Because it was a strain never before seen, it was anticipated that it could spread rapidly and have many associated deaths, since none of us would have immunity from prior exposure or prior vaccinations. It was also affecting young and healthy adults particularly, which was unusual for most seasonal flu strains.

It did prove to be a very easily spread virus, becoming a true pandemic as it quickly spread across the world. Luckily, however, the symptoms were less severe than expected, so there were not as many deaths as feared (although still very many worldwide).

Not as many seniors (65 and older) caught this flu as would be typical in usual flu seasons. It is thought perhaps due to their having had prior exposure many decades ago to this same strain or to one very similar that provided their immunity to the 2009 H1N1 pandemic flu.

Is it healthier to live in a warm or cold climate?

Warm or Cold,I guess living in a warmer climate is actually more helpful as people get out more and do things much more than what they do in cold climates and,therefore speaking of diseases,you will not get much infected and not stay ill most of the time wherein,in cold weathers,you easily get normal fever or flu and cough,sneezing.moreover,speaking of Business and much,i think business profits and advertisements are much shown on summer climate while in cold climate,most people get sick and work from home so,it's a loss somewhere in working from home even if it's less.

What is phylem?

A major taxconomic division to living organisms that contain one or more classes. A example is the phylem arthropoda (insect,

crustaceans, arochrinds, etc and myriapods.

A major group of animals or in some classified plants sharing one and more fundamental characteristics that set them apart from all other animals and plants and forming a primary category of the animals and plant kingdom 'phylem' arthropoda.

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What if i have no infections and I'm taking amoxicillin will it hurt me?

It wont hurt you However if you are taking them take the whole coarse just in case there is some infection somwhere you are unaware of.

How many days is the Swine Flu going to be?

Hi. I hope this will help you out.

no one knows the answer to that one yet. If researchers and other people are trying to make a vaccine shot, it may last like a few months or so. This case is a bit like the Black Death only not too serious. The Black Death was one of the deadliest pandemics in human history, peaking in Europe between 1347 and 1351. Hopefully we find a cure or some way to get rid of the swine flu, because soon it will wipe out a lot of people.

You can get a mask to protect yourself from the swine flu from spearding to you.

www.orderswinemask.com Hi. I hope this will help you out.

no one knows the answer to that one yet. If researchers and other people are trying to make a vaccine shot, it may last like a few months or so. This case is a bit like the Black Death only not too serious. The Black Death was one of the deadliest pandemics in human history, peaking in Europe between 1347 and 1351. Hopefully we find a cure or some way to get rid of the swine flu, because soon it will wipe out a lot of people.

You can get a mask to protect yourself from the swine flu from spearding to you.

www.orderswinemask.com

Ive been sick and feverish for a week throwing up and getting anyone around me sick what kind of contagious flu or cold do you have?

Swine flu, a severe strain of the flu, or stomach flu. Boil water, put thin slices of ginger in and boil it with brown sugar for 3mins. Drink it while it is hot. Add a lot of ginger. That will help your immune system and blood circulation.

Is it lawful to sell mercury thermometers in this country as regards the swine flu?

Since we do not know to which country you refer, we cannot answer your question accurately. You can find the rules for US states at the link below. Scroll down the page for a chart.

When should a person get vaccinated if they have the flu?

The time for vaccination is prior to having the flu since the vaccine is intended to prevent the flu, not treat it. However, it is advisable to still get a vaccination even if you have had the flu since there are vaccines for multiple types of flu in the seasonal flu vaccinations to protect you against other types of flu.

You can take the flu vaccine while you have the flu as long as you don't have a fever at the time, however, you should wait until you are sure you are no longer contagious with the flu before you go out in public, even if only going for the vaccination. Otherwise, you can spread it to others in public. Once you have gone 24 hours straight without a fever (when taking no fever reducers), you are considered to be over the flu and no longer contagious.

Is H1N1 influenza a retrovirus?

No it is not. Retroviruses are RNA viruses that can change their RNA into DNA for cell infection (example HIV). Influenza viruses are also RNA viruses, but they do not transcribe the RNA into DNA. Some people think the R in RNA stands for retrovirus, but it stands for ribonucleic acid.

What happens if your phlegm is bloody?

That would not be normal, consult a health care professional, it could be something serious.

Has anyone ever died for the common cold?

Yes, actually people has died from the common cold. Hundreds of years ago that was a big killer, that and the flu. Fortunately though for us in today's word we can beat the common cold in a matter of days with some rest and over the counter meds.

Why you cant cure cold cough by medicine?

You cannot cure a dry cold cough with over the counter medicine well because they do not have opiates in them. The DXM is part of morphine but it lacks the components to silence a painful dry cough, it dose make it not as bad. But in a bad case of a cold cough sometimes its best to go to the doctor and get some prescription cough medicine if its keeping you from resting. The less rest you get the longer it will take the body to fight off the virus.

Do you have a chest infection if you have a sore throat cough up green phlegm with a very chesty cough and have a stopped up nose which makes it hard to breathe?

Yea, you should get to the doctor to get that cleared up. Here is more from WikiAnswers contributors: * That's a pretty clear sign of infection, but the good news is that your body coughing up the phlegm means it's fighting and ridding itself of the infection. Be patient, pamper yourself, and be careful about taking medications that suppress symptoms -- they may help you feel better but those symptoms are your body fighting the infection, so you don't want to get too much in its way. * Don't assume you need antibiotics. Antibiotics are overused, and you could develop a resistance to them. Then when you really need one, it could be ineffective. Check out the Web MD link for a New England Journail article on antibiotics for a chest cold. It sounds like bronchitis, get to the doctor =))

What would be a good way to prevent a communicable disease such as the common cold?

Cover your nose and mouth when you sneeze. Clean your hands often as you touch many surfaces each day. Using antibiotic wipes or soaps will not help as colds are caused by viruses and they are not affected by these. Best is to use soap and water to wash them away.

Are lime good to fight a chest cold?

I would believe so because limes have vitamin C in it which is good to fight colds.

How long will you still be tired after having the flu?

I had the flu 3 weeks ago followed by complications of sinus and ear infections. Became seriously ill and to this day feel weak. Although I feel less tired each day, it still seems that I have a limited amount of energy each day.

What is latent information?

A latent information is a fact. It is an information that is current and is often used in the medical context.

Lumps on the back of my tongue and flu like symptoms?

Get to a doc or to a clinic as soon as you can. You may or may not be seriously ill, but it would be unfortunate for you to spread what you have to people who may become seriously ill from it.

What is bisegmental pneumonitis?

Pneumonitis refers to lung tissue inflammation. Bisegmental pneumonitis refers to inflammation of the lung tissue with occurs in two segments.