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Are Cold And Cough Contagious Disease?
My simple cough/cold has now gotten worse. My chest and throat no longer hurt after 4 days, but I am now constantly sneezing am no long blowing clear. Blowing is now very lengthy, thick yellow, and hurts my sinuses while blowing. Am I contagious? Thanks.
Mon, 19 Jan 2015
Hi,
I am sorry for the situation you are in.
Having cold and cough is suggestive for upper respiratory tract infection especially due to virus.
One person is contagious 2-3 days after contracting the disease until the first week of developing the symptoms. Taking this into account, I need to know when you noticed the symptoms of cold/cough? So, I can determine whether you are still contagious or not.
Wish fast recovery!
I am sorry for the situation you are in.
Having cold and cough is suggestive for upper respiratory tract infection especially due to virus.
One person is contagious 2-3 days after contracting the disease until the first week of developing the symptoms. Taking this into account, I need to know when you noticed the symptoms of cold/cough? So, I can determine whether you are still contagious or not.
Wish fast recovery!
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