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What Causes Persistent Cold Along With Loss Of Appetite And Productive Cough?

I ve have what seems to be a head cold for almost 3 weeks, loss of appetite, loss of energy, cough with only phlegm in the morning and not very much, dry mouth and eyes, metal taste when I drink water and most food and drinks do not taste normal to me.
Thu, 21 May 2020
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Hi,

It seems you have sinus involvement.v It starts with allergic cold ascending to sinuses. The exact nature of problem needs to be ascertained by detailed physical examination, pathological tests like CBC, allergy screening test, USG scanning of sinuses, culture and sensitivity of nasal/throat secretions followed by specific treatment with antibiotics (if indicated), anti inflammatory drug, anti allergic medicines. Please consult a ENT specialist.

Till then you can take anti-cold medications over the counter, inhale nasal vapor, do hot saline gargles. Drink warm water only. Avoid eating too cold, spicy, oily or sour edibles. Avoid exposure to cool air, dust, fumes or smoke

Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Vasudha Jayant Athavale, General & Family Physician
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What Causes Persistent Cold Along With Loss Of Appetite And Productive Cough?

Hi, It seems you have sinus involvement.v It starts with allergic cold ascending to sinuses. The exact nature of problem needs to be ascertained by detailed physical examination, pathological tests like CBC, allergy screening test, USG scanning of sinuses, culture and sensitivity of nasal/throat secretions followed by specific treatment with antibiotics (if indicated), anti inflammatory drug, anti allergic medicines. Please consult a ENT specialist. Till then you can take anti-cold medications over the counter, inhale nasal vapor, do hot saline gargles. Drink warm water only. Avoid eating too cold, spicy, oily or sour edibles. Avoid exposure to cool air, dust, fumes or smoke Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Vasudha Jayant Athavale, General & Family Physician