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Dos and don'ts to keep seasonal cold at bay
The common cold, which is a mild respiratory tract infection, occurs due to as many as 200 different types of viruses. Besides this, the common cold might also occur due to seasonal changes, low immunity, and other reasons. The seasonal cold can be airborne. It might also spread due to direct contact with an infected person or contaminated surfaces. The virus causing the common cold can live on the objects for several hours.
Severe infection symptoms can range from a runny nose, sneezing, watering of eyes, fever, body ache, a sore throat, to a cough. Even though it is infectious, it typically subsides on its own after running its course for a week or two. Although you cannot get rid of it instantly, you can surely reduce the intensity of the symptoms. Let’s have a look at how you can get the best relief.
Dos to relieve you of the seasonal cold
Here are some healthy habits that can help you alleviate the uncomfortable seasonal cold symptoms.
- Do take rest
- Do frequent and thorough hand wash for at least 20 seconds. Do use an alcohol-based (60%) sanitizer.
- Do drink plenty of warm fluids.
- Do gargle with warm salt water for relieving your sore throat.
- Do steam inhalation with some essential oil. It provides instant relief from sinus problems, colds, and coughs.
- Do cover your nose while sneezing or coughing.
- Do use fresh hankies or clothes, which you should wash regularly.
- Do discard disposable tissues or cups in the bin after use.
Don’ts to relieve you of the seasonal cold
Avoiding some habits or practices can help you keep the seasonal cold at bay. Some of these are as follows:
- Don’t touch your eyes, mouth, nose, or any part of your face often.
- Don’t go to public places as you can spread the infection.
- Don’t share your personal things with anybody.
- Don’t use sugar as it lowers your body’s capacity to heal
When to see a doctor?
You should immediately visit your doctor if:
- Your seasonal cold symptoms are worsening
- You’re not getting any relief in the seasonal cold symptoms even after 2 weeks
You’re experiencing difficulty in breathing
Antibiotics for seasonal cold?
Do you tend to use a dose of over-the-counter antibiotics whenever you get pangs of seasonal cold? Some rush to the nearest doctor, who might prescribe a mixture of medicines in varying doses for relief. However, is this the right treatment or is it just a quick fix? Antibiotics provide quick relief. But in the long run, they might make you susceptible to infections. Also, overuse of antibiotics can lead to drug resistance and this could lead to increased sickness. Antibiotics are not giving a chance to your body to develop its own antibodies i.e., self-immunity. This leads to the recurrence of infections. Also, side-effects can occur when taking antibiotics for a long time.
Homeopathy: The safe way to treat seasonal cold
The health problems need to be addressed at the root level and that too safely. And this is the reason why homeopathy scores better than any other system of medicine. Homeopathic medicines aim at boosting immunity without causing any side effects. These give a chance to your body to develop its own antibodies, leading to fewer bouts of disease attack. Homeopathic medicines emphasize treating the underlying imbalance in the immune system rather than just treating the infection. Homeopathy is thus one of the most effective ways to treat a seasonal cold.>
So, don’t allow the coming season to play sniffles with you. Beat your nosey blues with homeopathy promptly. Your best bet is to discuss the condition with an expert homeopath at Dr Batra's™. He or she will determine the root cause to control the seasonal cold. Book an appointment with us now!
Self-help tips:
Keep your body strong enough to fight off infections by improving your immune system. This is possible by having a well-balanced diet, exercising regularly, having adequate sleep, and leading a stress-free lifestyle.
