Medical Reference related to cold & flu

1. Emphysema, chronic bronchitis and colds
   

   Catching colds when you have emphysema or chronic bronchitis can be serious. Learn more about treating colds with emphysema and chronic bronchitis so you can prevent cold complications.

2. Stomach flu or seasonal flu?
   

   Is it stomach flu or Stomach flu or seasonal flu? Learn the differences so you can treat your symptoms properly.

3. Flu symptoms in toddlers and young children: When to seek medical advice
   

   The most difficult question for parents and caregivers is when to seek medical advice with concern about flu symptoms. Many people fear the child may have pneumonia. Here are some tips.

4. Nasal sprays for cold relief
   

   Learn more about nasal sprays and how this cold remedy may help you breathe better.

5. Decongestants and antihistamines for a cold
   

   Learn more about decongestants and antihistamines -- and how they may help relieve your cold symptoms.

6. Cough medicine: Should you or shouldn’t you?
   

   Do cough medicines really work? Get the facts on cough medicine effectiveness and side effects.

7. Sore throat: A cold, streptococcal throat or tonsillitis?
   

   Got a sore throat? Learn how to tell if it’s a cold, strep throat or tonsillitis.

8. Exercise when you have a cold
   

   Exercise may help prevent colds, but is it safe to exercise if you have a cold? Get the facts.

9. When a cold becomes acute sinusitis
   

   Has your cold turned into a sinus infection (sinusitis)? Find out and learn what you can do to relieve the symptoms.

10. Flu etiquette
    

    As you send out your party invitations and plan the menu, remember that there is one guest you definitely do not want on your list -- flu or swine flu.