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Is It A Cold? Or Is It Allergies?
(posted on 08 04, 2011)
To begin with, allergies and colds are often mistaken for one another due to their similar symptoms; however, when looked on at a closer level, allergies and colds are differ greatly. For example, allergies often begin with watery eyes, clear mucus, and a persistent ear, nose, and throat ache; whereas, a cold often includes a cough, severe sore throat, thick, irritating, yellow mucus, and fatigue. A fever is not asymptomatic of colds, but if the fever persists, you should seek the aid of a medical professional. Also, colds are often resolved within two weeks; however, allergies that are seasonally dependent may last for over a month.
How do I treat it?
There are many different over-the-counter and prescriptive ways to treat colds and allergies, a few of them are:
- Antihistamines
- Decongestants
- Nasal Sprays/Drops
- Ibuprofen/Tylenol
Allergies:
- Antihistamines
- Decongestants
- Nasal Sprays/Drops
- Allergy Eye Drops
- Allergy Shots
We, at Central Drug Store, are staffed with pharmacists who are available to counsel you in a "one-on-one" setting on what is best for you and your family. We also offer various vitamins that can aid in the prevention of colds and allergies. For more information of colds, allergies, and their treatments, please call (225) 262-6200 and ask for one of our pharmacists....
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