Symptoms
- Runny or stuffy nose
- Sore throat
- Cough
- Congestion
- Slight body aches
- Mild headaches
- Sneezing
- Low fever
Treatments
- Pain relievers for sore throat, body aches, or fevers
- Ibuprofen
- Tylenol
- Cough drops/syrups
- Decongestant nasal spray
When to see a doctor
- For adults:
- Fever higher than 101.3 F
- Fever for 5 or more days
- Wheezing
- Extreme sore throat, headache, or sinus pain
- For children:
- Fever of 100.4 F or higher in newborns
- Symptoms that worsen or don’t get better
- Wheezing
- Ear pain
- Extreme fussiness
- Lack of appetite
- More drowsiness than normal