The cold is apparently a common ailment, but it is highly irritating to the patient, as well as contagious for all others around. The viruses of the colds are ejected out of the body through the sneezes of the infected person and spread very fast to the uninfected people. The mucous membranes lining the nose, throat and the lungs are badly affected by these cold-causing viruses, which multiply rapidly and further worsen the situation for the patient. The common symptoms of cold are running nose or blockage in the nasal passage, frequent sneezes, sore throat, headache, mild fever and watery eyes. Some patients may suffer from cough as well. These annoying symptoms usually last for 7 – 10 days; as by this time, the cold germs are destroyed by …show more content…
1. Usage of Salt Water It is an ancient home remedy for cough and cold, to gargle with salty water, to break down the congested mucus in the throat and bring a soothing effect to the soreness of the throat. Salt water can also be used as the form of a nasal spray, by inhaling some lukewarm water mixed with salt, to clear the blockage of the respiratory passage. This nasal spray can be used 5 – 8 times a day, in the cases of severe cold. 2. Drinking plenty of Fluids The patient suffering from the cold should drink lots of water, fruit juices, and some beneficial broths. The habit of drinking plenty of liquids will help in faster flushing out of the viruses from the body. The infected mucus of the respiratory passage is thinned due to the presence of excess fluids. Ideally, eight ounces of any form of fluids should be taken in a day. Fluids should be taken at an interval of every two hours, for obtaining the best results in curing colds. But any carbonated or alcoholic drink may result in further dehydration of the body cells, thus should be avoided during the illness. Green tea and Chamomile tea are also highly beneficial in curing cold, due to the antioxidant properties of these special
Plants are the most amazing environmental species, that have been around for millions of years. Most plants live from water and the sun’s energy, but some plants can tolerate saltwater. Two articles will be using charts, graphs, and pictures to find out which plants can tolerate saltwater. In the end only some plants with survive, while other will perish from this experiment.
Wash hands frequently and/or use hand sanitizer. Try to cough or sneeze away from other people. You should both face away from them and physically distance yourself from them if at all possible. A sneeze cam travel up to 100 miles per hour, therefore your germs travel farther than you think when you sneeze. Because you are at your most contagious during the 2 to 5 day incubation period when you do not yet know you are sick, you should do your best to protect others from your germs at all times.
Asthma is the swelling that causes you to wheeze making you feel as you can’t breathe it can be treated by epinephrine. Pneumonia is an infection of the lungs caused by bacteria and sometimes it can be treated without treatment. Bronchitis is an infection in the mucus membrane, wheezing and chest pains are some symptoms and it can be treated by prescribing brunch dilator or antibiotics. Sinusitis pressure in the sinuses also nasal discharge treatments are antibiotics and many others. Tonsillitis symptoms include fever, hard for you to swallow and sore throats.
Greasy Lake “Greasy Lake” by T. Coraghessan Boyle is a story about a 19 year old young boy, the narrator, who learns that his bad boy image is just an image. Describing himself and his friends, Digby and Jeff, as “dangerous characters” (Boyle 77), he soon realizes that he may not be ready for such a title. Out with his friends one summer night, the narrator, Digby and Jeff head to Greasy Lake in hopes of getting into some type of “adventure” (Boyle 78). Thinking that they have spotted their friends car on Greasy Lake they attempt to play a joke on him and his girl. Once the young boys approach the car they soon realize that the car belongs to some other “bad greasy character” (Boyle 78).
Influenza, “ has been described as the greatest medical holocaust in history” and may have killed as many people as the Black Plague”. This illness, (which originated from southeast asia) was obviously quite lethal, but nowadays we have an effective mean of defense, a vaccine, also known as the flu shot! Influenza is a virus that spreads in droplets caused by coughing or sneezing! It’s symptoms include fevers, chills, muscle aches, coughing, congestion, runny noses, headaches, and fatigue. If you notice that somebody has these symptoms don’t worry it’s not a life or death situation, however you might wanna stay away from them, it’ll save you a huge discomfort!
It first started with a headache. Those who had a headache at first thought nothing of it, but just a minor migraine. After the headache would arrive the chills and a fever which left the person exhausted. Soon after, they may have encountered nausea, vomiting, back pain and soreness in their arms and legs. After a day or so, the swelling would appear.
Deep River is a book written by Shusaku Endo. In the book with you can read 4 main stories about seeking to find oh rather said looking to be more spiritual by following the ritual and myths in a way to be in a better spiritual connection. Each character has a very important role because one of them is in search of something that helps them to understand and manage their spirituality and emotions in a way that is comfortable. Something very curious about the book is that each chapter is mentioned with the name case. For each story gave me an idea of how I would develop the story.
The Color of Water, by James McBride, is about his journey to find who his mother is and who he is. It talked about problems between different races and between jews and society. Many of the events that the characters went through are relatable and heart breaking. The Color of Water is a heart-touching story.
Coughing, sore throat, runny or stuffy nose are more of the symptoms of the flu or influenza virus. You may also get muscle or body aches, headaches, fatigue (tiredness). Some people may even have some vomiting and diarrhea, but these two symptoms are more common in children than adults. One important note to know is that not everyone who gets the flu will have a fever while sick. Like every sickness some people are more at risk then other people.
Influenza presents as a rapid onset of malaise, chills fever, sore throat, nonproductive cough. Common cold symptoms are a runny nose and eyes, nasal stuffiness. A less aggressive onset with the initial appearance of nasal sinus irritation and excessive nasal secretions. Flu contrasts from a common cold in that it usually has a sudden, acute onset of fever, fatigue, and aching pains in the body. It may also cause viral pneumonia.
Introduction Measles is a type of viral disease. When a person has the measles, it means that they have been infected by the measles virus, also known as rubeola. Measles is an infectious disease, which means that it can pass from one person to another. It's a very contagious disease. When a person has the measles, they can spread the disease to other people by sneezing or coughing.
I feel vaccinations are very important for maintaining health, preventing the spread of whatever is going around, and are for the immune system’s ability to fight it. While maintaining health and the benefit of the immune system are similar, I assure you it will all make sense later. For now I truly wish you take the time to read this. I hope you find it very informative. First, vaccinations are important for maintaining your body’s overall health.
pertussis are very common to the symptoms of a cold and the flu like sneezing, sore throat, watery eyes, runny nose, mild fever, and cough, so people can get confused thinking it is just a cold until the symptoms become more intense (Konkel.) After one or two weeks the symptoms become more severe. Extreme fatigue occurs. Coughing may be intense, rapid, repeated to the point when the person has to make a greater effort to breathe. In infants can occur apnea, pause in the rhythm of his breath.
Cough, including coughing up black material that looks burnt (carbonaceous sputum). Wheezing
The ocean… The sound of the waves applauding and hugging the shore. The internal sounds of the body out in the world’s biggest swimming pool. The echo of my sister’s laughter. The salty smell so strong that one can taste it dancing on ones taste buds.