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Oseltamivir is given by mouth as a solution or pill and is FDA-approved for use in people age 14 days and older. Zanamivir is inhaled and is not recommended in those with lung problems like asthmaor COPD. It is approved for use in people ages 7 years and above. People usually take bot...
Cryotherapy is an umbrella term for any wellness or medical treatment that uses freezing or near freezing cold temperatures. Also called cold therapy, it includes using ice, cold water, or cold air. For centuries, people have used cold temperatures for overall health, to treat injuries, and to...
rhinovirus particles spread easily, through both the air and physical contact with infected people (and objects they’ve touched). If you’re unlucky enough to be exposed, cold symptoms will appear within 24 hours. Pre-existing conditions such as asthma or a compromised immune system tend to ...
Colds typically last for about 7 to 10 days. However, individuals can potentially spread a cold for up to 14 days because it’s possible to be contagious before you begin showing symptoms. People with a weakened immune system or a respiratory condition like asthma may take longer to recover ...
There is no vaccine for the common cold. The primary methods of prevention are handwashing; not touching the eyes, nose or mouth with unwashed hands; and staying away from sick people. Some evidence supports the use of face masks. There is also no cure, but the symptoms can be treated....