Do you “catch” a cold at the same time every year? Or, do you have seasonal allergies?

Cold and allergy symptoms may look alike.  A cold is caused by any of several contagious viruses and usually lasts three to fourteen days. Cold symptoms may "present" as a cough, sore throat, or congestion with yellow mucus. Less often colds can include aches and fatigue.

Allergies are caused by exposure to an allergen. Allergies can last from days to months depending on your exposure and may "present" any time of the year. Allergy symptoms often include congestion with clear mucus and itchy watery eyes. Non-traditional allergy symptoms can be a cough, sore throat, and fatigue.

By: R. Mikkelson