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How can I tell if I have the flu?

How can I tell if I have a cold?

If you have a fever, muscle aches and pains, a dry cough, runny nose, stuffy nose with congestion, a headache, or fatigue that comes from all of these discomforts, you may very well have the flu.

If you suspect the flu, call the doctor. The doctor can give you some help fighting the flu.

If you have an increased fever, or blood in your mucus, neck pain or stiffness or pain in your chest, THIS IS AN EMERGENCY! CALL THE DOCTOR IMMEDIATELY.

Some things you can do for general relief from symptoms include getting some rest. By staying home from work for a couple of days, you help yourself and spare your co-workers from your illness. Drink plenty of fluids and take general pain relievers and over the counter pills to lower fevers and other physical symptoms.

There's a lot to be said for chicken soup. Use it!

   
How do I use anti-histamines.

Allergy Relief with Anti-histamines

Taking an anti-histamine daily at the beginning of allergy season can significantly reduce symptoms of allergies. --Cosmopolitan Apr 99

Some sources do not recommend taking anti-histamines or any drug of this type continously for extended periods. They can lose some effectiveness as your body gets used to them.

Ginger and alfalfa are herbs which have some allergy relief and anti-histamine components and make a good choice to use while getting a break from other OTC products for allergies.

   
What can ease my breathing?

Rosemary to ease breathing

To ease breathing problems from respiratory allergies and asthma, include fresh rosemary in little pillows to have near you when you sleep. When symptoms are at their worst, a little essential oil rubbed gently into the chest, solar plexis, forehead, and sinus area can help.

Mix: 2 Teaspoons Soy Oil
2-3 drops of rosemary oil for these rubbing procedures.

   
Is bee pollen useful for controlling hay fever?

Bee Pollen and Hay Fever

Are you dreading the onset of hay fever season?

About one month before the hay fever season begins, start using bee pollen sources. Some people like to chew honeycomb cappings which are prime sources of pollen. Pure bee pollen is available in tablet or powder form at almost all health food stores and pharmacies.

D.S. Jarvis, MD has written about the benefits of bee pollen which he says has a special action on the breathing tract, "it opens the nose, produces a drying effect, lessens catarrhal discharge and cough." Taking bee pollen supplements all year on a daily basis has been found to help the body build its own immunity to the discomfort of allergies.

   
Do asthma medications help instantly?

Asthma Medications - relief or not?

Relief from many asthma medications will NOT be instantaneous. Asthma is on the increase in this country and so are deaths related to this condition. Prescribed inhalants of corticosteroids are effective with moderate to severe symptoms in over half of the patients tested at Johns Hopkins School of Public Health. The relief isn't instantaneous - the medication must be used regularly over a period of time. Doctors are finding that when patients fail to see immediate improvement, they stop taking the medication. This puts them at risk for serious asthma attacks.

LEARN about the medication given you, follow instructions and ask questions if you are confused. If the asthma continues to be a problem, see your doctor, but don't make a decision to stop the medication on your own.

   
Will ginger give me some relief for colds?

Warm Relief for Colds and Flu

We like to use Ginger for relief from colds and flu. We have noticed a real help, especially for sinus misery related to a cold when using ginger tablets or capsules.

I like to tuck a little gingerroot, either fresh or candied into a cup of hot tea. I've used powdered ginger like you use for ginger bread or ginger snaps, but the ginger powder swells in the hot water to a fiber that can seem to stick in my throat, so if I can get ginger root, I like it better.

   
How can I tell if I have a cold?

Is this a cold or am I going to die?

Cold Symptoms often begin with a little itch around the eyes and nose. When the cold virus gets going sufferers endure stuffy noses and congestion. On a good day, their noses run and mucus can be blown out! Low fevers, headaches, coughing, and sore throats contribute to the misery which interrupts rest and adds to a general feeling of fatigue.

It's important to remember that this "silly little cold" can lead to other deadly infections. If a cold lasts longer than 10 days, consult your doctor.

There is no cure or vaccination for a cold. It helps to keep away from people who are coughing and sneezing if you can, keep your fingers away from your eyes, mouth, and nose and DRINK lots of fluids, especially water. And, last, but not least, WASH YOUR HANDS OFTEN!

After a cold starts, try to stay out of the rat race and get some rest. Drink lots of fluids. I like to use herbal teas which include chamomile, licorice root, Echinacea, lemongrass and or lemon balm and peppermint. We have also found ginger to be helpful at our house. For relief of stuffy noses and congestion, a cool vaporizer is recommended.

   
what can I do to aid my hayfever?

Alfalfa for Hay Fever

Many people find relief from hay fever symptoms by taking alfalfa.

The amount of alfalfa tablets required to get relief is sometimes difficult to get down.

The tablets can be dissolved in hot water for a tasty tea to help avoid taking so many pills.

Alfalfa tincture may be a good change if you have problems taking pills or at least problems taking so many.

   
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