Stages of a cold

The common cold typically lasts 7 to 10 days from first tickle to last cough, with the peak usually occurring around day 4. Learn more about the stages of a cold, plus when to call the doctor.

How long a cold lasts depends on the severity of symptoms and underlying conditions. Most people recover within two weeks, with symptoms improving over time.

How long a cold lasts depends on the severity of symptoms and underlying conditions. Most people recover within two weeks, with symptoms improving over time.

Plus, how to prevent a cold in the first place.

While you might not be able to completely prevent catching a common cold, today we'll tell you how to get rid of a cold quickly. If your child has a fever on top of a cold, be sure to read our post about how to break a baby's fever. Many people prefer home remedies because

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Seven days generally is how long you are contagious with a cold. Symptoms usually develop within two to three days after contracting a cold virus, which is also known as the incubation period. You're most contagious during the first few days after symptoms appear.

Plus, how to remedy it

It’s the height of the cold and flu season. If you’re good at listening to your body, though, you can learn how to prevent a cold when you feel it coming. Or, at the very least, do your best to lessen the symptoms. Colds are sneaky: you’re fine one day and then you’re feeling terrible the next. But sometimes you can feel the tell-tale signs over a period of a few days: a scratchy throat, watery eyes, and fatigue seemingly come out of nowhere. If you haven’t gotten a cold this season, don’t…