1. Colds The cold is the most commonly occurring illness in the entire world, with more than 1 billion colds per year reported in the United States alone. http://www.emedicinehealth.com/colds/article_em.htm

eTools Privacy Site Map May 28, 2008 HOME FIRST AID EMERGENCIES TOPICS A - Z ... topics a-z list > colds article Healthcare Professionals Font Size A A A Glossary ... Next Page Colds Colds Overview Causes of Colds Colds Symptoms When to Seek Medical Care ... Authors and Editors Colds Overview The cold is the most commonly occurring illness in the entire world, with more than 1 billion colds per year reported in the United States alone. The common cold is a self-limiting illness caused by any 1 of more than 200 viruses. The common cold produces mild symptoms usually lasting only 5-10 days. In contrast, the "flu" (influenza), which is caused by a different class of virus, can have severe symptoms. Glossary Next Page Next: Printer-Friendly Format Email to a Friend Last Editorial Review: 8/10/2005 eMedicineHealth is a first aid and consumer health information site written by physicians for patients and consumers. New! Drugs A-Z Health News Bug Off: Improved Repellents Beat DEET Child/Teen Obesity Rate Bad, Not Worse ... More Health News Health Extras WebMD Weight Loss Clinic - Start losing weight TODAY!

2. Common Cold - Symptoms, Diagnosis, Treatment Of Common Cold - NY Times Health In A free collection of articles about colds published in The New York Times. http://topics.nytimes.com/top/news/health/diseasesconditionsandhealthtopics/cold

3. Common Cold Causes, Symptoms, Treatment And How To Avoid Colds On MedicineNet.co Get the facts on common cold causes (virus), symptoms, treatment, how long a cold lasts, how it s transmitted, how to avoid colds and home remedies for this http://www.medicinenet.com/common_cold/article.htm

About Us Site Map May 28, 2008 home cold and flu center cold and flu a-z list common cold index > common cold article Font Size A A A Common Cold Index ... Glossary Common Cold Medical Editor: William C. Shiel Jr., MD, FACP, FACR What is the common cold, and what causes it? What are the symptoms of the common cold? How is the common cold spread? ... Common Cold At A Glance Air Travel, Colds, and Sinus Infections Medical Author: Medical Editor: Jay W. Marks, MD People with severe colds and sinus infections know that air travel can be painful. During a flight, the air pressure in the sinuses (collections of air within the facial bones) and middle ear must equilibrate with the cabin pressure inside the airplane, which changes during ascent and descent. Certain infections and other conditions can cause blockage in the Eustachian tube (which connects the middle ear to the back of the nose and maintains equal air pressure on both sides of the eardrum ) or in the sinus openings, and this restriction to the flow of air can prevent the equalization, or equilibration, of pressure and result in pain. Examples of conditions blocking the equilibration of air pressure in the ears or sinuses include congestion caused by colds or allergies, middle ear infections, and sinus infections. Pain is not the only symptom that may occur when the Eustachian tube is blocked. The pressure changes inside the middle ear may sometimes lead to

4. Common Cold With kids getting up to eight colds a year, this contagious viral infection is the most common infectious disease in the United States and the top reason http://www.kidshealth.org/parent/infections/common/cold.html

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5. What To Do For Colds And Flu A cold and the flu (also called influenza) are alike in many ways. But the flu can sometimes lead to more serious problems, such as pneumonia. http://www.fda.gov/opacom/lowlit/clds&flu.html

FDA Home Page Search FDA Site FDA A-Z Index Contact FDA ... PDF Standard Format [338 KB] PDF Brochure Format [421 KB] What to Do for Colds and Flu Is It a Cold Or The Flu? Know The Difference A cold and the flu (also called influenza) are alike in many ways. But the flu can sometimes lead to more serious problems, such as pneumonia. A stuffy nose, sore throat, and sneezing are usually signs of a cold. Tiredness, fever, headache, and major aches and pains probably mean you have the flu. Coughing can be a sign of either a cold or the flu. But a bad cough usually points to the flu. Know When To Call Your Doctor You usually do not have to call your doctor right away if you have signs of a cold or flu. But you should call your doctor in these situations: Your symptoms get worse. Your symptoms last a long time. After feeling a little better, you show signs of a more serious problem. Some of these signs are a sick-to-your-stomach feeling, vomiting, high fever, shaking, chills, chest pain, or coughing with thick, yellow-green mucus. Try to Avoid Getting a Cold Wash your hands often. You can pick up cold germs easily, even when shaking someone's hand or touching doorknobs or handrails.

6. Colds And The Flu -- Familydoctor.org Information about colds and the flu from American Academy of Family Physicians. http://familydoctor.org/073.xml

Advertisement Advanced Search familydoctor.org Home Conditions A-Z ... Infections Colds and the Flu How can I tell if I have a cold or the flu? What causes colds and the flu? What can I do to feel better? What over-the-counter medicine can I take for a cold or the flu? ... Can I prevent catching a cold or the flu? See Also: More Information Advertisement Colds and the Flu Printer-friendly version Email this page Make text bigger How can I tell if I have a cold or the flu? Although the common cold and the flu share many similar symptoms, they are two different conditions. The symptoms of a cold develop slowly and can include: Fever up to 102 degrees Runny or stuffy nose (often with green or yellow-colored discharge) Sore throat Cough Sneezing Fatigue and muscle aches Headache Watery eyes Cold symptoms are generally more mild than flu symptoms. Flu symptoms usually appear very suddenly and can include: Fever over 102 degrees Stuffy nose Nausea Chills and sweats Fatigue and muscle aches, especially in your back, arms and legs Cough Headache Loss of appetite What causes colds and the flu?

7. Treating Colds Naturally Information on colds and natural remedies for treating colds. http://www.healingdaily.com/conditions/colds.htm

Sign Up for Free healingdaily.com Newsletter colon/kidney detoxification conditions exercise juicing for health ... home Web healingdaily.com Do you have children? Help them do better in school! Visit my other site gameboylearning.com! Treating colds naturally The cold is the most common infectious disease in the United States. The cold accounts for more absences from work and school than any other illness. It is the #1 cause of patient visits to doctors. It is not easy to catch a cold. Your body's immune defenses usually fight off these viruses. There is a direct correlation between the amount of time spent in contact with an infected person and your risk of catching a cold. This is why familie members tend to get colds together. In most cases , something called a "rhinovirus" is the cause of the common cold, while a variety of other viruses are responsible for the remaining cases of the cold. However, bacterial infections are rarely the cause of upper respiratory symptoms so antibiotics won't help most colds. Almost all cases of the common cold are caused by VIRUSES, and antibiotics do not work against viral infections. In spite of this fact, an amazing 60% of colds are treated with antibiotics. Researchers found that 60% of parents wrongly believe that some colds are caused by bacteria and nearly 50% mistakenly believe that things such as colds, green mucous and bronchitis should be treated with antibiotics.(1) Colds are actually caused by VIRUSES, and antibiotics and antibacterial lotions have no effect on them.

8. Cold And Flu Guidelines - American Lung Association Site Influenza (commonly known as the flu) and colds are among the most common infections of the respiratory system. People often confuse the two, calling a bad http://www.lungusa.org/site/pp.asp?c=dvLUK9O0E&b=23161

9. Special Features: Myths Of The Common Cold There are many myths surrounding common colds including the effects of weakened immunity systems; the effects of dried out mucus membranes; catching a chill http://www.commoncold.org/special1.htm

Special Features Testing Cold Treatments Myths of the Common Cold "Feeding a Cold" - Delicious Recipes Myths of the Common Cold Myth 1: The greatest myth about the common cold is that susceptibility to colds requires a weakened immune system. Facts: 1. Healthy people with normal immune systems are highly susceptible to cold virus infection once the virus enters the nose. In volunteers studies, approximately 95% of normal adults became infected when virus was dropped into the nose ( , also see How Cold Virus Infection Occurs 2. Of people who become infected, only 75% develop symptoms with a cold. (

10. Vitamin C: Do High Doses Prevent Colds? 1 The book s main claim was that taking 1 gram (1000 mg) of vitamin C daily would reduce the incidence of colds by 45% for most people, but that some http://www.quackwatch.com/01QuackeryRelatedTopics/DSH/colds.html

Quackwatch Home Page Vitamin C: Do High Doses Prevent Colds? Charles W. Marshall, Ph.D. (Edited by Stephen Barrett, M.D) Few things have stirred the imagination and hopes of the public in matters of nutrition or vexed nutrition scientists as much as Linus Pauling's 1970 book, Vitamin C and the Common Cold. [1] The book's main claim was that taking 1 gram (1,000 mg) of vitamin C daily would reduce the incidence of colds by 45% for most people, but that some persons might need much larger amounts. It recommended that if symptoms of a cold do start, you should take 500 or 1,000 mg every hour for several hours or 4 to 10 grams daily if symptoms don't disappear with smaller amounts. Without question, publication of this book, combined with Pauling's reputation as a Nobel Prize-winning scientist, has made vitamin C a best seller. When his theory was announced, millions of Americans rushed to try it for themselves. The second edition of the book, issued in 1976 as Vitamin C, the Common Cold and the Flu, suggested even higher dosages [2].

11. Colds - March Of Dimes Most babies have 810 colds by the time they are 2 years old. colds are caused by viruses. http://www.marchofdimes.com/pnhec/298_9538.asp

View All Chapters Find Your Local Chapter Before You're Pregnant During Your Pregnancy Complications Caring for Your Baby ... Prematurity Campaign Childhood Illnesses Colds Most babies have 8-10 colds by the time they are 2 years old. Colds are caused by viruses. They are highly contagious and easily spread through the air and by touching contaminated surfaces. For example, you can touch another person's hands who has a cold and then touch your own nose or eyes. If a cold virus is on the person's hands, you may then get a cold. Unfortunately, colds are a part of life. The symptoms last about a week and are all too familiar: runny or stuffy nose, sneezing, sore throat, cough and slight fever. These symptoms can be more uncomfortable for a baby than for an older child or adult. A baby can't blow her nose. She also has a hard time breathing through her mouth. A stuffy nose can make it difficult for a baby to suck, interfering with feeding. Call your baby's health care provider if your baby is less than 3 months old and: Develops any fever (more than 100.4° F) or cold symptoms. The provider will probably want to examine her to make sure she is not developing a more serious illness.

12. Treating Kids’ Colds Without Drugs www.aap.org/new/kidcolds.htm AAP PARENTING CORNER Q A coldsYour child probably will have more colds, or upper respiratory infections, than any other illness. In the first two years of life alone, most youngsters http://www.aap.org/new/kidcolds.htm

Search: Treating coughs and colds (Updated January 2008) On Jan. 17, 2008, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration issued a public health advisory that over-the-counter cough and cold medications should not be used in infants and children under age 2. The American Academy of Pediatrics supports this recommendation and urges parents to seek safer ways to soothe infants and young children suffering from coughs and colds. See the links below for more information and resources. FDA Advisory AAP News Release: AAP urges caution in use of over-the-counter cough and cold medicines Use of Codeine- and Dextromethorphan-Containing Cough Remedies in Children (AAP Policy Statement) Cough and cold medicines withdrawn in October 2007: Dimetapp(R) Decongestant Plus Cough Infant Drops, Dimetapp(R) Decongestant Infant Drops, Little Colds(R) Decongestant Plus Cough, Little Colds(R) Multi-Symptom Cold Formula, PEDIACARE(R) Infant Drops Decongestant (containing pseudoephedrine), PEDIACARE(R) Infant Dropper Decongestant (containing phenylephrine), PEDIACARE(R) Infant Dropper Long-Acting Cough

13. Immunity Boosters: Chicken Soup And Other Cold-Fighting Foods | Healthy Eating | The news made headlines around the world Chicken soup really does help fight colds. http://www.health.com/health/article/0,23414,1119081,00.html

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14. University Health Services Tang Center : Online Health Topics colds usually last for a few days, but symptoms can persist for weeks. Stress can lower your body’s ability to fend off colds and flus. http://www.uhs.berkeley.edu/home/healthtopics/coldcare.shtml

Shortcuts Hours Directions Emergency/Crisis Forms ... News/Calendar Online Health Topics Health Materials A-Z Cold Care Contents: About Colds Related Services at Tang Center Related Topics About Colds A cold is an upper respiratory infection caused by a virus. There are at least 200 different cold viruses, the most common one being the rhinovirus ("nose virus"). Symptoms of a cold usually include a runny nose, sneezing, coughing, sore throat, muscle aches, headaches, low grade fever and congestion of the ears, nose and head. Colds usually last for a few days, but symptoms can persist for weeks. A perceptive physician once said, "If you treat cold symptoms vigorously, they will go away in seven days. If left alone, they will disappear over the course of a week." There is no cure for the common cold. It is a viral illness that just needs to run its course. Treatment Because flus are caused by viruses, antibiotic treatment (which work against bacteria) are ineffective. Over-the-counter medications may relieve some symptoms, but will not affect the course of the illness. Remember, your symptoms are a sign that your body’s defenses are fighting the virus. Your body will ultimately heal itself, so be patient and be good to yourself! Self-Care for a Cold Drink plenty of clear fluids.

15. 22 Natural Ways To Prevent Colds And The Flu At Ririan Project Prevent colds and the flu The flu season is just around the corner. And while those flus won’t kill you, they can weaken your immune system to the point http://ririanproject.com/2007/10/18/22-natural-ways-to-prevent-colds-and-the-flu

Ririan Project about archives contribute ... 22 Natural Ways to Prevent Colds and the Flu - Henry de Bracton great tips for getting better faster. 1. Get gargling. Japanese researchers found that a daily gargling with water reduces your cold risk. People who gargled with water were 36 percent less likely to be struck down when compared with non-garglers. The study suggests that simple water gargling is effective to prevent upper respiratory tract infections. 2. Drink, drink, drink! Hot liquids like fruit teas and lemon drinks will ease any nasal congestion you feel coming on and prevent dehydration. A dried-out respiratory system will leave you more prone to infection. 3. Take a Sauna. 4. Stop the blaming. 5. Microwave your toothbrush. 6. Crack open a window. Leave the windows in your house open a crack in winter. Not all of them, but one or two in the rooms in which you spend the most time. This is especially important if you live in a newer home, where fresh circulating air has been the victim of energy efficiency. A bit of fresh air will do wonders for chasing out germs. 7. Focus on one word.

16. Tips For Preventing Colds And The Flu: Keeping The Germs Away | Living Healthy | We can t promise you ll never get hit with another cold or suffer another bout of the flu, but you can increase your odds of staying well with these http://www.rd.com/healthy-living/health/tips-for-preventing-colds-and-the-flu/ar

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18. Treating Colds Naturally Secrets About colds and How to Treat and Avoid Them While there is no cure for the common cold, there are several preventative actions that one can take http://www.mercola.com/article/colds/index.htm

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19. Colds - BabyCenter Find out why your baby catches so many colds, how to tell if it s a cold, flu or allergies, how to ease symptoms, and more. http://www.babycenter.com/0_colds_78.bc

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20. Pediatric Advisor 2006.2: Colds For Teenagers Many people have a profusely runny nose in the wintertime when they are breathing cold air. This is called vasomotor rhinitis. http://www.med.umich.edu/1libr/pa/pa_tncolds_hhg.htm

Index Related topics Colds For Teenagers What is a cold? A cold or upper respiratory infection is an infection of the nose and throat caused by a virus. Symptoms of a cold include: runny or stuffy nose usually a fever and sore throat sometimes a cough, hoarseness, red eyes, and swollen lymph nodes in the neck. Many people have a profusely runny nose in the wintertime when they are breathing cold air. This is called vasomotor rhinitis. The nose usually stops running within 15 minutes after you come indoors. It does not need treatment and has nothing to do with cold or an infection. Chemical rhinitis is a dry stuffy nose that results from using decongestant nosedrops or spray too often and too long (longer than 1 week). It will be better a day or two after you stop using the nosedrops or spray. What is the cause? The cold viruses are spread from one person to another by hand contact, coughing, and sneezing. Colds are not caused by cold air or drafts. Many different viruses cause colds. Most healthy teenagers get at least 3 colds a year. How long will it last?

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