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The cold comeback: Why your sickness is still hanging on, and what may be secretly making it worse
Common actions like returning to work too soon, dry indoor air, and overusing leftover medications can extend cold recovery by weeks, experts say.
- Many people notice colds that linger with stuffy nose and lingering congestion, while Dr. Vontrelle Roundtree says the immune system remains in repair after symptoms subside.
- Returning to work too quickly and heating systems with dry indoor air can thicken mucus and trigger the fight-or-flight stress response, prolonging recovery.
- Use a cool mist humidifier or opening a window to hydrate airways, add lean proteins like eggs, beans or chicken to aid repair, and rest your voice during meetings or long calls to reduce strain.
- If symptoms persist, avoid self-medicating with leftover medications and antibiotics, as MD Live doctors can assess lingering inflammation cues virtually to guide proper care.
- Reintroduce work schedules and exercise routines gradually, treating sinus ache, unusual soreness, and midday energy dips as warning yellow lights while considering virtual assessment options like MD Live.
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The cold comeback: Why your sickness is still hanging on, and what may be secretly making it worse
(BPT) - A lingering cough. A stuffy nose that just won't quit. If you've ever felt like your cold is overstaying its welcome, you're not alone. Most respiratory infections clear up within a week or two, but sometimes, what we…
·Sweetwater, United States
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