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    Cold or Flu – Quick Read – Know it all

    Cold or Flu – Quick Read – Know it all

    During the season changes and also in summers, winters, monsoon we often get cold related infections, at times the start is with minor health problems before it makes us feel really sick resulting in missing working days.

    Proper treatment is important and we need to be aware about some common symptoms that will help us determine how quick we visit our doctor to get proper medical advice so that we are healthy and energetic.

    The common types are cold and flu, although some of the symptoms are similar but the enormity of their impact on our health is very different.

    Cough and Cold OR Flu

    Cough and Cold OR Flu

    Common Symptoms of Cold

    Runny or stuffy nose

    Sore throat or pain in the throat

    Sneezing and coughing

    Mild fever or feeling feverish

    Cough

    Headache

    Body pain

    Fatigue and low energy

    Common Symptoms of Flu

    Dry cough or cough

    Moderate or high fever few may not get fever)

    Sore throat or pain in throat

    Feeling chill

    Severe muscle cramp or body pain

    Headache

    Blocked and runny nose

    Extreme fatigue (may last up to two weeks)

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    When to see a doctor?

    It is best to visit the doctor early, as we feel the symptoms. Symptoms of cold or flu initially may be similar but within a day or two the impact on health is different, so it is best to visit a specialist doctor and follow advice for quick and easy recovery.

    How to be healthy during the season change?

    Avoid refrigerated water, cold drinks. Prefer room temperature water etc

    Do keep yourself dry. Use rain protection gears

    Consume Vitamin C enriched food, zinc and other vitamins needs to be balanced in the diet

    Exercise, pranayama, other breathing and cardio exercises helps to keep us strong and healthy

    Cold and flu also spreads through contamination, so practice hygiene and safety

    Health Awareness Tips by Desun Hospital and Heart Institute | www.desunhospital.com | Stay Connected with Desun Hospital Facebook For Regular Health Updates  www.facebook.com/DesunHospital

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