How to comfort a friend who has a cold and a headache?

Written by Li Jian Wu
Pulmonology
Updated on April 05, 2025
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First, it is necessary to provide psychological and emotional comfort, making them understand that the common cold is a frequent and ordinary illness in daily life. It often occurs when the body's immune system is weakened, leading to viral infections, which can cause symptoms such as fever and headache. It is important to avoid stress. At the same time, you should advise your friend to eat more fruits and vegetables that are high in vitamin C to boost metabolism. Massaging acupressure points such as the temples, Hegu point, and Zusanli can also effectively relieve headache symptoms. Additionally, if there are symptoms of fever, appropriate measures should be taken to reduce the fever and treat the symptoms accordingly.

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Does wind-heat cold have phlegm?

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How to determine if it is food stagnation or a cold?

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What should I do if a cold and fever persist?

It is necessary to take corresponding interventions based on the degree of fever to prevent complications such as high fever convulsions and coma. Firstly, drink more water and rest more. You can wipe your palms, feet, neck, and inner thighs—areas where major blood vessels pass—with warm water or alcohol, which can help restore body temperature. You can also use a cool towel or ice packs to compress the forehead, which can protect brain cells and be effective. Along with taking antipyretic and analgesic drugs for symptomatic treatment, re-measure the temperature after two hours.