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Li Jian Wu
Pulmonology
About me
Graduated from Jiangxi University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, with rich clinical experience.
Proficient in diseases
Treat common and prevalent respiratory diseases in respiratory medicine such as COPD, emphysema, bronchial asthma, and chronic bronchitis with a combination of traditional Chinese and Western medicine.
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How to reduce fever when having a cold?
For treating fever from a cold, clinical practices include several physical cooling methods to alleviate fever symptoms. The simplest method involves using a cool towel or ice pack to compress the forehead. Other methods include wiping the palms, soles of the feet, chest, inner thighs, and inner arms with warm water or alcohol. Soaking feet in Sichuan peppercorn water or drinking more ginger sugar water can also help in physically reducing fever. Additionally, using fever-reducing patches and increasing water intake can promote metabolism.
Is it normal to not catch a cold for a long time?
Not catching a cold for a long time is normal and indicates that the body is healthy with a normal immune function and robust defensive capabilities. In contrast, patients who frequently catch colds and fever generally have low immunity, showing signs of a weak constitution. Such individuals should drink more water and exercise more often. There is no need to worry or take any intervention measures if you do not catch a cold for a long period. Maintain a regular routine, adjust your mindset, avoid exposure to irritating chemicals, keep a positive attitude, avoid staying up late, and have regular health check-ups.
How long does the pneumonia vaccine last?
After receiving the pneumonia vaccine, the body generates an immune response that produces antibodies. Typically, these antibodies provide lifelong immunity. Patients with weak constitutions might need a booster shot every 3-5 years after vaccination, which generally can also lead to lifelong immunity. Vaccinations should be administered at local, formal medical institutions. One can visit the local centers for disease control and prevention to get vaccinated. During the vaccination period, if there are any adverse reactions, they should be addressed promptly. After receiving the vaccine, it is advisable to remain at the medical facility for half an hour for observation before leaving, to prevent the occurrence of adverse reactions.
Whooping cough vaccine at what age?
The pertussis vaccine is generally administered within the first year of age. Under normal circumstances, children should be taken to hospitals or public health prevention stations for vaccination according to the course of treatment. The first dose starts at the third month after birth, followed by the second dose at four months and the third dose at five months old. A booster can be administered when the baby is two years old. The DTP vaccine used in clinics mainly consists of three components: pertussis, diphtheria, and tetanus.
What should I do if I feel cold when I have a cold?
What should I do if I feel cold during a cold? This phenomenon is an early sign of chills in a cold, which is a feeling of being cold, and it might be followed by a fever. You should drink more ginger sugar water now, rest, and promote metabolism. If you have already developed symptoms of a fever, patients with mild symptoms can take physical measures to reduce fever. If the temperature exceeds 38.5 degrees, you need to take antipyretic analgesic drugs for symptomatic treatment. After the temperature returns to normal, the cold feeling will gradually disappear. This is a common clinical symptom of colds, so there is no need to worry too much.
Can I eat oysters when I have a cold?
You can eat oysters when you have a cold. However, it's important to control the amount consumed and not eat too many oysters. During a cold, the body is very weak, and eating too many oysters can increase the burden on the gastrointestinal tract. Oysters are considered a "cold" food and consuming too many can also have an adverse effect on a cold. During a cold, it's also important to eat light food and not arbitrarily add seasonings to food; overly salty or spicy foods are not advisable.
late stage symptoms of whooping cough
Pertussis, also known as whooping cough, is a highly contagious respiratory disease caused by the Bordetella pertussis or Corynebacterium diphtheriae bacteria. After infection, paroxysmal coughing occurs, and in later stages, the frequency of coughing episodes decreases and the duration of symptoms shortens. The main treatment should involve the use of macrolide antibiotics to eliminate the pathogen. Additionally, it is advisable to drink plenty of water, rest adequately, measure body temperature twice daily, and avoid excessive fatigue. As long as function and symptoms gradually ease, it indicates the recovery phase is beginning, generally requiring about fifteen to twenty days for complete recovery.
How to distinguish between bacterial cold and viral cold
Bacterial colds and viral colds can be distinguished by a complete blood count. A viral cold, generally caused by a viral infection, is characterized by symptoms such as nasal congestion, runny nose, sneezing, sore throat, and mild fever. Bacterial colds, on the other hand, often present with chills and high fever, sore throat, and pus in the tonsils. In viral colds, lymphocyte counts are elevated, and there is no significant increase, or no increase, in the total white blood cell count. Bacterial colds show an increase in white blood cells and neutrophils.
Can you drink alcohol if you have a cold?
It is not recommended to drink alcohol during a cold. This is because alcohol can suppress the central nervous system and affect the absorption of medications, especially cephalosporin drugs. One must not drink alcohol as it can pose a life-threatening risk. Whether it is beer, Western liquor, or strong spirits, none should be consumed. Since a cold itself can cause symptoms of fatigue and weakness, adding alcohol can potentially worsen these symptoms. Additionally, consuming alcohol while on cold medications is not advised, as it can lead to poor mental focus, and alcohol can exacerbate the symptoms of a cold.
How long will the symptoms of a cold last?
The duration of cold symptoms varies depending on individual constitution and the type of cold. Generally, a common cold may take three to five days to recover, while influenza could require five to ten days. The specific duration depends on the quantity of the virus and the body's immune capacity. Both influenza and the common cold are viral infections that cause illness, and there are some differences in symptoms. However, the treatment plans are the same, focusing on symptomatic treatment, complemented by antiviral medication, with recommendations to drink plenty of water, rest, and boost metabolism.