Since from a month I am not able to get rid of cold and some times I feel swelling in legs for 2 to 3 days n they get normal later what is the problem guide me.

Dr. Col V C GoyalGeneral Physician42yrs exp

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Take bath little warm water, drink warm water, gargle with salt water 3 times, do steam inhalation once, no cold drinks, ice cream no cold water, 1.no alcohol 2. Reduce body wt 3. No smoking/ tobacco 4. Diet - no ghee/ butter, have mix of vegetable oils - mustard, til, ground nut, olive oil, have more green vegetables and fruits, have whole grain atta, no fried. Fast. Spicy / processed/ junk food. No sugar, potato, rice 5. 30 mts brisk walk daily 6. Deep breathing exercise for 10 mts daily 7. Meditation daily for 10 mts ,6-8 hrs of sleep at night 8. Expose your body to sun for 15-20 mts daily after some oil massage to get vit d. 9. Take more water- proper hydration. For medicine contact on private chat.  

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Dr. Nitin SahuEndocrinologist35yrs exp

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The common cold is a viral infection of your nose and throat (upper respiratory tract). It's usually harmless, although it might not feel that way. Many types of viruses can cause a common cold. Children younger than six are at greatest risk of colds, but healthy adults can also expect to have two or three colds annually. Most people recover from a common cold in a week or 10 days. Symptoms might last longer in people who smoke. If symptoms don't improve, see your doctor. When to see a doctor For adults ? seek medical attention if you have: Fever greater than 101.3 F (38.5 C) Fever lasting five days or more or returning after a fever-free period Shortness of breath Wheezing Severe sore throat, headache or sinus pain THE SWELLING IN THE LEGS COULD BE HORMONAL FOR WHICH IT S ADVISABLE TO CONSULT YOUR PHYSICIAN.  

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