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What Causes Recurrent Cold And Flu?

i perpetually get cold/flue like symptons on average every 3 to 4 days which is really taxing . example i went to the gym last night ,i felt good , today the symtons are back , feel miserable. i am 76 years old 6 feet tall 194 lbs .otherwise in good condition and health. emailadress is YYYY@YYYY
Fri, 12 Oct 2018
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Hi,

Recurrent cold and flu can be due to either allergy or sinus problem which has not been treated. Allergy can be due to family history, sensitivity to food, dust, pollution, fur, wool, smoke or some food, medication, chemical, latex, etc. Allergy can be tested by blood test, patch test or skin prick test. Take antibiotics (Bactrim or Augmentin), antihistamines and decongestants for relief.

Visit an ENT specialist and get physically examined for any developing sinus problem. Get X-Ray (PNS) done and evaluated. Get treated at the earliest.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Nupur K,
General & Family Physician
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What Causes Recurrent Cold And Flu?

Hi, Recurrent cold and flu can be due to either allergy or sinus problem which has not been treated. Allergy can be due to family history, sensitivity to food, dust, pollution, fur, wool, smoke or some food, medication, chemical, latex, etc. Allergy can be tested by blood test, patch test or skin prick test. Take antibiotics (Bactrim or Augmentin), antihistamines and decongestants for relief. Visit an ENT specialist and get physically examined for any developing sinus problem. Get X-Ray (PNS) done and evaluated. Get treated at the earliest. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Nupur K, General & Family Physician