Allergy, Asthma, and Immunology

Cold vs. Allergy: How Do I Know the Difference?

Symptoms Allergy Cold

Runny Nose

 often often

Sneezing

 often sometimes

Itchy eyes

 often rarely

Fever

 never often

Aches and pains

 never sometimes

Headache

 sometimes often

Cough

 sometimes often

Dizziness

 sometimes often

Hoarseness

 sometimes often
Recur at a certain time of year often rarely
Need for antibiotics no no
Warning time symptoms occur after exposure to allergen gets worse over several days
How long does it last As long as your child is exposed to the allergen usually 7 to 10 days

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