Is it really the flu?
Our quick quiz helps you figure out if you really do have the flu, or just a nasty cold.
Check your symptomsThere is no cure for the common cold, but fortunately there are numerous ways to relieve the more uncomfortable symptoms. These symptoms can range from the well-known signs, such as a blocked nose or sore throat, to the more unusual indicators like muscle pain or excessive sweating. In this page, our immune system expert Dr. Jen Tan discusses the symptoms and complications of the cold, and advises when you should consult your GP.
Despite the fact that more than 200 viruses can cause the common cold, symptoms tend to follow the same pattern:
More unusual symptoms of a cold include:
In the vast majority of cases, colds resolve quickly without any major health problems. Although symptoms such as coughs or sore throats may be irritating and uncomfortable these symptoms do not tend to persist for more than a week. However, on rare occasions a cold can lead to complications including:
It is unlikely that you will have to go to the doctor to treat your cold symptoms. With the use of conventional cold remedies from your healthfood store, pharmacy or supermarket and with the use of cold and flu remedies such as echinacea for colds and flu, typically, your cold will resolve quickly.
However, you should seek the advice of your doctor if:
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