Anyone else with a Summer cold?

[Jayburner]

I've never had a cold before in the summer. How is this even possible? So miserable right now.

[mitbrandir]

I got colds throughout the entire year, and summer is no exception to that.

[Romeothecat]

I just got over one that had lasted for a few days.

[Deleted]

A cold is a virus, the name is deceiving. You do not need to be cold to catch it.

[siafu]

a simple brute temperature change can do that. and people that abuse AC at like 18º and then go outside with 40º happens...

[reef]

Colds are caused by viruses, not the weather, so they can occur at any time of the year. They are more common during the colder months because the virus is able to spread more easily in cold, dry air. People also tend to stay indoors more during the winter months, which means they may have more exposure to other people and their germs. But that doesn't mean they don't occur during the warmer months. The viruses that cause colds are always around.

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[Jayburner]

I did run my self ragged last couple weeks installing central air-conditioners. I guess I let my immune system down.

[Deleted]

I did run my self ragged last couple weeks installing central air-conditioners. I guess I let my immune system down.

Never be afraid of dirt or germs, they will make you stronger.

[Sliske]

No, but my eyes are being fucking destroyed by hay feaver.

[Jayburner]

Never be afraid of dirt or germs, they will make you stronger.

First weekend I've had to relax and recharge and I wake up yesterday morning with a tickle in the bottom of my throat which only means non-stop coughing when I try to sleep. Just frustrating.

[Prokne]

Funny because I just got over a head cold too. Pretty sure it was caused by the crazy humidity here which makes my nose run.

Its much better to get a cold in the winter because you can wrap yourself up in blankets and drink hot tea. In the summer you just get all sweaty and it feels worse. Tea is still nice though.

[Deleted]

First weekend I've had to relax and recharge and I wake up yesterday morning with a tickle in the bottom of my throat which only means non-stop coughing when I try to sleep. Just frustrating.

And when you get over it there is one less strain to bother you, you are stronger for it.

[Jayburner]

I got some tylenol cold/flu medicine which is helping my cough. Thanks for the sympathy replies guys. I'll continue on with my beers

[blake22tt]

My hay-fever is flaring up very badly atm

[Jayburner]

My hay-fever is flaring up very badly atm

My eyes feel like there is glue in them. Not sure if I have pinkeye but I think its allergies.

[Puremallace]

Dealing with this right now. Started as a soar throat. It is like a mix of an allergic reaction and a cold. Taking Zyrtec works and I have also been taking Dayquil.

[Deleted]

First weekend I've had to relax and recharge and I wake up yesterday morning with a tickle in the bottom of my throat which only means non-stop coughing when I try to sleep. Just frustrating.

You have it too? It's really pissing me off as well. It's not a painful cough, but there always just that little niggle in the back of my throat at all times.

[OzoAndIndi]

Nah, I don't normally get sick outside cold weather. Last time I was ill in the summer was nine years ago, during some major grief over the loss of someone (and was the only time I also ended with what was probably bronchitis), so I think extreme stress or whatever can help a virus manage to get to you.

Hope you feel better soon, I'm sure it has to suck being sick when it's hot out. :\

[lettuce]

Most likely allergy-related.

[Fuzzzie]

I find the constant air conditioning gives me the sniffles. I don't actually get sick though.