I've Caught A Summer Cold, But Can't Take Time Off Of Work Now. How Do I Lessen My Symptoms?

Home treatment of a cold will help relieve symptoms and prevent complications. Here are some tips to lessen a cold's symptoms:
-- Get extra rest after work or school. It usually isn't necessary to stay home in bed, but try not exposing others to your germs.
-- Drink plenty of liquids; hot liquids such as tea or chicken soup help relieve congestion.
-- Take aspirin or acetaminophen (Tylenol) to reduce fever and aches
-- Humidify your bedroom or take hot showers to relieve nasal stuffiness.
-- If your throat becomes irritated due to post-nasal drip, gargle with salt water.
-- Use disposable tissues, not a handkerchief, to reduce the spread of the virus to others.
-- If your nose area becomes red and raw, moisturize it with petroleum jelly.
-- Avoid over-the-counter cold medicines that treat multiple symptoms. Treat each symptom separately with decongestants, antihistamines, and pain relievers.
-- Do not use nasal decongestant sprays for more than three days, as nasal membranes may begin to swell from irritation.
-- See a doctor if you develop a bacterial infection or strep throat symptoms.