Persistent cold in the last 2 months

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Asked for Male, 27 Years

Hi, I have been having cold on and off for the last 2 months and it has never gone away. This has been happening for the last 2 months. I have tried taking hot water, putting vicks, taking cough syrup but the cold comes back after every few days.

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Dr. Vinay S Bhat

ENT/ Otorhinolaryngologist 15 yrs exp Bangalore

You seem to be suffering from allergic rhinitis which requires long term treatment with anti Histamine medicines and steroid

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Consult nearby ENT specialist for confirmation of diagnosis and appropriate treatment if required

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Dr. Pinaki Mazumder ENT/ Otorhinolaryngologist 34 yrs exp Kolkata · Accepted Answer

Dr. Pinaki Mazumder

ENT/ Otorhinolaryngologist 34 yrs exp Kolkata

You are suffering from allergic symptoms. It can be treated easily with modern medical treatment.

Next Steps

Please stop self medication and consult a good ENT doctor in your city.

Health Tips

You should remember that allergy cannot be completely cured, it can be controlled easily with medical treatment.