Cold Articles A-Z
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Cold and flu season in the United States tends to begin around the end of August and lasts until March or April. This eMedTV article discusses some of the possible reasons why people tend to get sick during cold and flu season.
Cold and flu symptoms are similar, but mistaking the flu for a cold could lead to serious complications. This eMedTV article explains the differences between cold and flu symptoms, and discusses treatment and prevention options for both illnesses.
Common cold symptoms include a sore throat, runny nose, and cough. This eMedTV Web page lists common symptoms of a cold and discusses complications that may develop from the common cold, such as ear infections and sinusitis.
If you've been experiencing cold symptoms and anesthesia will be used in an upcoming surgery, you need to tell your doctor. This eMedTV article explains why cold symptoms and anesthesia don't always mix.
It's easy to mistake the flu for a cold and vice versa. However, as this eMedTV article explains, doing so can lead to dangerous complications. Cold vs. flue is a common misspelling and variation of cold and flu symptoms.
The common cold is an illness caused by a virus that often results in sneezing, runny nose, and coughing. This eMedTV article discusses the common cold in detail, with information about symptoms, transmission, treatment, and ways to prevent it.
