Last Updated on December 8, 2020
According to health experts, both allergy and cold treatments are what’s called symptomatic. In other words, they won’t make the source of the problem disappear since they can only help minimize or eradicate the symptoms that are making you feel awful. To reduce congestion and inflammation (whether they’re cold-related or allergy-related), most doctors recommend OTC oral antihistamines, decongestants, and nasal sprays. Keep in mind that if you really must go to work, you may have to tell them apart since a cold can cause you to make everyone else sick, while allergies may just make people ask you to stay away without being a threat to anyone but you. Before you go, share this article with other people to help them be in the know, and of course, don’t hesitate to leave a comment if you have something to add.
