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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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Why do colds cause headaches?
Why does a cold cause headaches? A cold is a viral infection, and the inflammation stimulates the body's temperature regulation center, causing immune-related fever, which leads to complications such as fever, headache, and limb pain. Additionally, a cold can cause symptoms like a runny nose, sneezing, and tearing, which can also pull and cause forehead pain. Therefore, whether the headache is caused by any of these reasons, one can choose non-steroidal anti-inflammatory analgesic medications to relieve the symptoms. At the same time, treatment should also be paired with symptomatic medication and antiviral drugs for a targeted approach.
Can you exercise when you have a cold?
After catching a cold, it is appropriate to engage in some mild exercise, such as walking or slow-paced walking. It is crucial not to partake in intense physical activities as they can lead to fatigue and a decrease in immunity, potentially worsening bacterial infections. Moreover, intense exercise can cause the sweat pores to expand, further aggravating cold symptoms. After a cold, the body tends to be weaker, so it is advisable to drink more ginger sugar water, rest adequately, and avoid spicy, greasy, and irritating foods. Drinking plenty of water is also important. If there are symptoms of fever, physical methods should be used to reduce the fever.
How to quickly alleviate the discomfort of a cold?
In treating a cold, it is important to select symptomatic medications. If symptoms such as discomfort, body ache, or fatigue are caused by a fever, appropriate fever-reducing measures should be taken based on the severity of the fever. If the body temperature does not exceed 38°C, physical cooling methods such as wiping the palms, soles, neck, and chest with warm water can be used. If the fever is high, antipyretic analgesic medications should be chosen. In addition, symptomatic treatment with vitamin supplements and medications that suppress gland secretion can help alleviate discomfort.
How to reduce fever from a cold?
Fever symptoms caused by a heat cold, the first choice of antipyretic method is to take physical antipyretic measures, such as using a cool towel, ice cap, or ice pack to cold compress the forehead area. One can also choose fever-reducing patches or use alcohol to wipe areas like the palms and soles of the feet to promote metabolism. If the effect is not apparent, one can take antipyretic and analgesic medications, such as ibuprofen or acetaminophen for fever treatment. Note: Medications should be used under the guidance of a doctor.
What are the symptoms of pertussis encephalopathy?
Pertussis encephalopathy typically presents with persistent high fever, projectile vomiting, nausea, and severe headaches, which are indicators of increased intracranial pressure. It is necessary to conduct timely auxiliary examinations such as cerebrospinal fluid tests and cranial MRI for diagnosis. In conjunction with clinical symptoms, medications to alleviate cerebral edema and reduce intracranial pressure should be chosen for symptomatic treatment. Typically, corticosteroids are needed during the acute phase, along with mannitol, sedatives, and other symptomatic treatments. Additionally, antibiotics should be used to eliminate the Bordetella pertussis bacterium, the pathogen responsible for the condition.
How to reduce a fever when having a cold and headache
Symptoms of a cold such as headache and fever can be treated by applying a cool towel or ice pack to the forehead, or by taking antipyretic analgesic drugs to alleviate the fever. Options include acetaminophen, naproxen, or sodium diclofenac, all of which effectively ease symptoms caused by a cold like headaches and fever. Additionally, drinking more ginger sugar water and using warm water or alcohol to wipe down the palms, soles, neck, and chest can help reduce fever physically.
Can you eat onions when you have a cold?
During a cold, it is appropriate to eat some onions. If the onions are cooked, they are easier to digest. If consuming raw onions, eat them in moderation without overdoing it. Because they are spicy food, they have certain stimulating effects. Since onions are spicy, they can irritate the respiratory tract, leading to increased secretion of mucus, which in turn causes more nasal discharge and phlegm production. The expulsion of these secretions can help clear the respiratory pathways. Additionally, onions are rich in vitamins and can enhance the body's immunity.
Is the pertussis vaccine a live vaccine?
The pertussis vaccine is a type of attenuated live vaccine, which clinically is mainly part of a combination vaccine that includes pertussis, diphtheria, and tetanus, commonly referred to as the DTP vaccine. Normally, a baby should receive the first dose at three months of age, followed by the second dose in the fourth and fifth months, as part of basic immunization. Between the age of eighteen months and two years, another dose is administered to boost immunity, which after producing lifelong antibodies, prevents reinfection with the disease.
How many days of fever caused by mycoplasma infection?
The duration of fever caused by mycoplasma infection is not fixed; it mainly depends on the amount of mycoplasma and the body's immune capacity. Generally, the fever may last around 5-10 days. Depending on the severity of the fever, appropriate measures should be taken, such as physical cooling or oral antipyretic medications. Regardless of the duration of the fever, the principle of treatment should focus on controlling the infection with antimicrobial drugs. It is advisable to choose macrolide antibiotics for oral or intravenous use, anti-inflammatory treatment, and to refrain from smoking and alcohol, drink plenty of water, and undergo regular check-ups. (Medication should be administered under the guidance of a doctor.)
Can whooping cough get better without treatment?
Can whooping cough recover without treatment? There is individual variation in clinical cases. If the patient has mild symptoms, it is possible for them to recover on their own without treatment. If the symptoms are more typical, timely anti-inflammatory treatment is necessary; otherwise, it may lead to other complications. If there are no complications and the immune system is normal, natural recovery may also be possible, but the duration of the illness will likely be longer. Treatment decisions should primarily consider the patient's resistance and general physique. From a health perspective, once diagnosed, it is necessary to promptly use macrolide antibiotics to eliminate the Bordetella pertussis bacteria.