Spring cold, allergies or ?

Question

I'm into my 5th day of coughing, runny nose and eyes and really tired.
I started taking Delsym and using saline nasal spray. It helps but wondering
if there's anything better to get rid of this. 

I bring up mucus and and sometimes go into a sneezing fit. I've never had
allergies before and have not tested positive for covid.

Thanks in advance.

GuitarRox · Answer

You could be suffering a common cold. Lots of germs out there can cause these symptoms. I'd try mucinex which thins the secretions so they don't become viscous and gump up which is when we get secondary infections. The secretions pass through your lungs rather than staying there festering and the same for your sinuses. Cough medicine should be used sparingly because it it prevents you from coughing, the musous also sits. Remember that coughing is a way to move mucous out. I do understand, though, as coughing is abrasive to the system and that becomes irritated and people then end up coughing for awhile due to just that. So, maybe just use the cough medicine at night. 

Allergies often have 'itchiness' to them. Itchy eyes, back of throat. And over the counter allergy medicine works pretty fast. You could try and see if it makes any difference but I really think you basically  have a cold. 

Drink lots of tea. Take ibuprofen or tylenol if you can. And mucinex is highly recommended. Hope you feel better soon

nickloggie · Answer

While your 5-day cough, runny nose, tiredness, and occasional sneezing sound like a common cold, it's always best to be safe. Delsym and saline spray are good choices, but consider adding pain relievers if needed. Focus on rest, fluids, and monitor your symptoms. If they worsen, don't improve in a week, or you develop a fever, see a doctor for a proper diagnosis and treatment plan.

GettingOlder · Answer

*Update* After following GuitarRox suggestions it still didn't help and
my ribs were hurting from coughing. Saw my doctor yesterday and he Rx'd
me Benzonatate and Amoxicillin and coughing is already almost gone.

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