But…can allergies everturn intoa cold?
So, can allergy symptoms trigger a cold?
You may have heard somemyths about allergiesbefore, and this is one of them.
Allergies dont morph into colds.
But it’s possible for you to definitely get both at the same time.
And having unmanaged allergies can actually make you more prone to getting sick.
allergist and immunologist atThe Ohio University Wexner Medical Centerin Columbus, Ohio
Certain allergy meds might make you more prone to getting sick, too.
Below, well dig into the differences between cold and allergy symptoms and how to treat each.
Seasonal allergies can cause the following, perYale Medicine:
And as for a cold?
Allergy symptoms often involve itching and cold symptoms do not, Dr. Brooks says.
(You may also havered eyes from allergies, too.)
And a fever, while not always present with a cold, definitely doesnt happen with allergies.
Pay attention to your symptom timeline, too.
Its Amazing How Its All Connected.
Allergies happen when your immune system mistakes an irritant in the environment as a foreign invader.
allergist and immunologist atThe Ohio University Wexner Medical Centerin Columbus, Ohio
The symptoms people get from colds are a part of the bodys defense.
Some common treatments for allergies include the following, per Yale Medicine:
As for colds?
FAQ
How long does a sore throat from allergies last?
Throat inflammation and post-nasal drop can lead to a sore throat and coughing.
Can allergies feel like the flu?
Like the flu, allergies can give you a headache and make you feel congested and sluggish.
But allergies wont cause common flu symptoms like fever or body aches, per Dr. Brooks.
Do allergies mean my immune system is weak?
In fact, its quite the opposite.
Allergy symptoms stem from someones immune system being overly active.
…
Got it, you’ve been added to our email list.
