Allergies vs. a Cold

The Osceola Sentinel Tribune has an excellent article comparing the differences between colds and allergies. Both the common cold and allergies can present with very similar symptoms including a fever, runny nose, blocked sinuses, and sneezing. The article offers a complete list to help determine whether you're suffering from a cold or allergies. There are differences in mucous, body pain, length of time you've been experiencing symptoms, and degree of fever.Understanding the difference between a cold and allergies is important to help with determining treatment. Allergies present with clear mucous and a low fever of around 100 degrees. Usually, there is also itching around the face, particularly the nose and mouth. Colds typically present with fevers around 103 and brown or green mucous. If you have questions or concerns about treatment for allergies, contact our office to set up an appointment.