{"id":16003,"date":"2025-09-13T16:45:23","date_gmt":"2025-09-13T20:45:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/valuecare.wpgamma.com\/?p=16003"},"modified":"2025-09-13T16:45:23","modified_gmt":"2025-09-13T20:45:23","slug":"what-happens-during-a-cold","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/valuecare.wpgamma.com\/index.php\/2025\/09\/13\/what-happens-during-a-cold\/","title":{"rendered":"What Happens During a Cold?"},"content":{"rendered":"

While the\u00a0flu<\/a>\u00a0is caused by\u00a0influenza<\/a>\u00a0virus the\u00a0common cold<\/a>\u00a0is caused by another virus, the rhinovirus. Symptoms often include feeling bad,\u00a0headache<\/a>, stuffy nose,\u00a0sore throat<\/a>, itchy eyes,\u00a0coughing<\/a>\u00a0and sometimes a low grade fever. The rhinovirus is spread in the same way that the\u00a0flu<\/a>\u00a0virus is, through the nasal and respiratory secretions.<\/p>\n

This means that when an individual coughs into their hands or sneezes on an object the virus can be spread to the next person when it is transmitted to their hands in the person and touches their nose, mouth or eyes. Sometimes the virus is spread directly when an individual sneezes in the area of another person\u2019s face.<\/p>\n

People become more susceptible to catching a cold, or the virus multiplying at such a rate inside the body that the\u00a0immune system<\/a>\u00a0is not able to contain it before becoming sick, because of several different factors in their life. The first is an underlying medical condition which adversely affects the immune system, such as\u00a0diabetes<\/a>,\u00a0asthma<\/a>, HIV or AIDS.<\/p>\n

Another factor is rest. When we do not get enough sleep each night are\u00a0immune system<\/a>\u00a0is depressed and we are no longer able to fight off the\u00a0environmental<\/a>\u00a0toxins and waste products which cause illness. Sugar will depress the immune system as can inappropriate nutritional intake. We truly are what we eat and when we do not provide our body adequate nutritional factors such as\u00a0vitamins<\/a>\u00a0and minerals, we suffer overall poor health.<\/p>\n

The University of Calgary scientist from Canada confirmed in late 2008 that it is the response of our\u00a0immune system<\/a>\u00a0to the rhinovirus that causes the\u00a0cold symptoms<\/a>\u00a0and not the rhinovirus itself. There are over 100 different types of viruses that can cause the\u00a0common cold<\/a>, however, the human right of virus is a major cause. The research was published in the American Journal of Respiratory and Critical Care Medicine and was the first time that scientists comprehensively reviewed the gene changes in the rhinovirus.<\/p>\n

And, while the rhinovirus is the major cause of\u00a0common cold<\/a>, it is also an important pathogen in other conditions such as\u00a0asthma<\/a>\u00a0and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. For instance, researchers have found that children who get recurrent rhinovirus wheezing early in life are 10 times more likely to develop\u00a0asthma<\/a>\u00a0later in life.<\/p>\n

Symptoms usually occur within one to three days after catching the Cole or being exposed to the virus. They often start with a burning feeling in the nose or throat. Many individuals go on to experience\u00a0sneezing<\/a>, runny nose and the feeling of being tired and less specifically on well. In the early days nasal secretions or sand and water a but as the cold continues to progress they become sicker and darker. It was once believed that dark mucus or yellow mucus meant you had developed a bacterial infection but researchers today understand that this is not the case.<\/p>\n

Some individuals will develop a mild to moderate cough and those who have\u00a0asthma<\/a>\u00a0may find that their control of their disease has suddenly disappeared. Usually there is no fever but sometimes individuals can experience a mild low grade fever of less than 100F. After about three days the worst of the symptoms is usually over. However, you can continue to experience congestion for over a week.<\/p>\n

During the first three days you have a cold you are contagious to others so it is best to stay home and rest so that you don\u2019t spread the virus to other people and that you will recover much more quickly.<\/p>\n

If you continue to feel bad for over a week to 10 days you should seek the advice of your primary care physician who may do sinus x-rays or a nasal swab to determine if you are suffering from another illness. Complications can ensue individuals who have a compromised\u00a0immune system<\/a>\u00a0and can include\u00a0bronchitis<\/a>, your infection in adults, pneumonia,\u00a0sinusitis<\/a>\u00a0or worsening of their asthma.<\/p>\n

Colds<\/a>\u00a0are usually seen in young children just before they develop an\u00a0ear infection<\/a>\u00a0because of the drainage of the fluid behind the eardrum and the likelihood that they will develop a bacterial infection.<\/p>\n

Preventing a cold is so much easier than suffering through one so avoid secondhand smoke, unnecessary antibiotics, drink plenty of water and get enough rest. Some research has found that bacteria in yogurt has helped in the prevention of\u00a0colds<\/a>. Wash your hands whenever you feel you may have come in contact with the germs and periodically throughout the day. Keep your hands away from your nose, mouth and eyes and use paper towels to dry your hands during cold season instead of sharing a cloth towel.<\/p>\n

FluGo is a safe, non-addictive, FDA-registered\u00a0homeopathic<\/a>\u00a0remedy containing ingredients especially selected to temporarily relieve symptoms of the\u00a0flu<\/a>\u00a0or cold like cough, runny nose, fever,\u00a0sore throat<\/a>\u00a0and fatigue.\u00a0FluGo<\/a>\u00a0should be taken at the first sign of a blocked nose,\u00a0sneezing<\/a>\u00a0or\u00a0sore throat<\/a>\u00a0to decrease the severity of\u00a0flu<\/a>\u00a0or\u00a0cold symptoms<\/a>.<\/p>\n

This\u00a0natural remedy<\/a>\u00a0works quickly to support the immune system and assist the body in its task of fighting invading germs.\u00a0FluGo<\/a>\u00a0is a natural flu remedy taken internally and presented in small dissolving tablets. It is easy to ingest and hassle-free with no artificial colors or preservatives. As a result,\u00a0FluGo<\/a>\u00a0can make all the difference, without compromising health. Formulated by a clinical psychologist,\u00a0FluGo<\/a>\u00a0is pharmaceutically manufactured to the highest standards.<\/p>\n

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