What to do if you feel cold when you have a cold
Colds are common respiratory diseases, often accompanied by symptoms such as chills, fever, and cough. When you feel cold when you have a cold, it may be because the thermoregulatory center is affected or the body is fighting the virus. The following is a summary of how to deal with feeling cold due to a cold and recent hot health topics.
1. Recent hot health topics (last 10 days)

| Ranking | hot topics | Search volume (10,000) |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Protection against influenza | 450 |
| 2 | Food remedies for colds | 380 |
| 3 | Misunderstandings about keeping warm in winter | 320 |
| 4 | Immunity boosting methods | 290 |
| 5 | Cold medicine selection guide | 260 |
2. How to deal with cold feeling
1. Physical warmth
• Add more clothing: Wear thermal underwear, sweaters and thick coats, focusing on protecting your neck and feet.
• Use Baby Warmer: Place on belly or back, but avoid direct contact with skin.
• Hot water foot bath: 15-20 minutes every day, water temperature is about 40℃.
2. Dietary conditioning
| Recommended food | Efficacy |
|---|---|
| ginger tea | Dispel cold and sweat |
| brown sugar water | replenish energy |
| chicken soup | Enhance immunity |
| Lily porridge | Moisten the lungs and relieve cough |
3. Medication
•Western medicine: Acetaminophen (reduces fever), pseudoephedrine (relieves nasal congestion).
•Chinese patent medicine: Ganmao Qingre Granules, Jingfang Granules (suitable for colds and colds).
• Note: Avoid repeated use of medication, children must follow doctor's advice.
4. Adjustment of living habits
• Ensure 7-8 hours of sleep every day
• Keep indoor humidity at 40%-60%
• Avoid strenuous exercise and do simple stretches
3. Recent hot search questions related to colds
| question | Answer summary |
|---|---|
| Why do you feel so cold when you have a cold? | The virus stimulates the body temperature regulation center and causes constriction of blood vessels on the body surface. |
| Should I cover myself with a thick quilt when I feel cold? | Just keep warm in moderation. Excessive covering of sweat may aggravate dehydration. |
| Can I take a bath if I have a cold? | It is recommended to rinse quickly with warm water to avoid catching cold |
4. Precautions
1. If you have persistent chills for more than 3 days or your body temperature exceeds 38.5℃, you should seek medical attention promptly.
2. Diabetic patients should use brown sugar dietary therapy with caution
3. Pregnant women need to take medicine under the guidance of a doctor if they have a cold.
4. Avoid smoking and drinking when you have a cold
5. Prevention Suggestions
• Get a flu shot (best in October-November every year)
• Wash your hands frequently and use alcohol-based hand sanitizer
• Wear a mask in public places
• Supplement vitamin C 100-200mg daily
Recent data shows that the national cold consultation rate has increased by 35% from the previous month. Experts recommend resting at home after symptoms appear, drinking more warm water, and using symptomatic drugs to relieve discomfort when necessary. If accompanied by symptoms such as difficulty breathing and persistent high fever, you need to seek medical treatment immediately to check for other respiratory diseases.
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