Why do summer colds last longer

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If you don't get the confirmation within 10 minutes, please check your spam folder. Related Stories. The Surprising Benefit of Eating Fish. America Needs to Get Back to Facts. Already a print subscriber? Go here to link your subscription. Dow Jones. By Angela Chen. Something summery may be lingering even as the season fades—the summer cold.

To Read the Full Story. Subscribe Sign In. Continue reading your article with a WSJ membership. Is it green? Then, you have allergies. You've probably got a summer cold, Dr. He adds that itchy eyes, nose, and ears all point to allergies, too. In addition to respiratory issues associated with winter colds, a summer cold is accompanied by diarrhea, rashes, and nausea, notes the NIH. When a cold hits, you might be inclined to "sweat it out," but this tactic could backfire for a cold during the summertime.

Although consistent, moderate exercise tends to protect the body from illness, a sudden and strenuous workout can decrease the body's immunity.