Common cold - Symptoms and causes - Mayo Clinic Most people recover from a common cold in 7 to 10 days Symptoms might last longer in people who smoke Most often, you don't need medical care for a common cold If symptoms don't get better or if they get worse, see your health care provider Illnesses of the nose and throat caused by germs are called upper respiratory tract infections
Cold remedies: What works, what doesnt, what cant hurt Cold remedies are almost as common as the common cold But do they work? Nothing can cure a cold, which is caused by germs called viruses But some remedies might help ease your symptoms and keep you from feeling so bad Here's a look at some common cold remedies and what's known about them
Raynauds disease - Symptoms and causes - Mayo Clinic Raynaud's disease causes smaller blood vessels that supply blood flow to the skin to narrow in response to cold or stress The affected body parts, usually fingers and toes, might turn white then blue Depending on your skin color, these color changes may be harder or easier to see The affected areas may feel cold and numb until blood flow improves, usually after warming up
Hypothyroidism (underactive thyroid) - Symptoms and causes Its symptoms include intense cold intolerance and drowsiness, followed by an extreme lack of energy and then unconsciousness Myxedema coma requires emergency medical treatment
Iron deficiency anemia - Symptoms causes - Mayo Clinic Cold hands and feet Irritation or soreness of the tongue Brittle nails Restless legs syndrome Iron deficiency anemia also can cause: Wanting to eat things that aren't food, such as ice, dirt or clay Not wanting to eat, especially in infants and children Odd smell cravings, such as for rubber, detergents or cleaning agents
Bronchitis - Symptoms and causes - Mayo Clinic Symptoms If you have acute bronchitis, you may have cold symptoms, such as: Cough Production of mucus (sputum), which can be clear, white, yellowish-gray or green in color — rarely, it may be streaked with blood Sore throat Mild headache and body aches Slight fever and chills Fatigue Chest discomfort Shortness of breath and wheezing While these symptoms usually improve in about a week, you
Common cold - Diagnosis and treatment - Mayo Clinic Diagnosis You usually don't need medical care for a common cold But if symptoms get worse or don't go away, see your health care provider Most people with a common cold can be diagnosed by their symptoms Your care provider may take a nasal or throat swab to rule out other illnesses A chest X-ray may be ordered to rule out a lung illness
Pneumonia - Symptoms and causes - Mayo Clinic Symptoms The signs and symptoms of pneumonia vary from mild to severe, depending on factors such as the type of germ causing the infection, and your age and overall health Mild signs and symptoms often are similar to those of a cold or flu, but they last longer Signs and symptoms of pneumonia may include: Chest pain when you breathe or cough