10 Common Cold Symptoms
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Chest Congestion
Chest congestion is slightly different from other common cold symptoms. It's more typical of a chest cold, which is also known as bronchitis. Bronchitis typically doesn't require an antibiotic, and it clears up in about three weeks. A common cold can complicate bronchitis.
To treat mild chest congestion at home, use a cool-mist vaporizer, drink plenty of water and rest. If the symptom doesn't go away, becomes worse or presents with a fever and shortness of breath, contact a physician.5‘Chest Cold (Acute Bronchitis).’ Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 14 Apr. 2021, www.cdc.gov/antibiotic-use/bronchitis.html
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