Is sneezing and runny nose a sign of a hot cold or a cold cold?
Apr 08, 2023
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Guo Xiheng
Introduction
Sneezing and a runny clear nose may indicate either a cold-type cold or a heat-type cold. A cold-type cold, also known as wind-cold感冒, is mainly caused by exposure to wind and cold. After onset, symptoms may include nasal congestion, runny nose, body aches, absence of sweating, severe chills, cough with thin white phlegm, and a preference for warm drinks. Treatment may include medications such as Cold-Relief Heat-Clearing Granules or Zheng Chai Hu Yin Granules, taken according to medical advice.
Sneezing and clear nasal discharge may be caused by a cold-type cold or a heat-type cold. The specific analysis is as follows:
1. Cold-type cold
A cold-type cold, also known as wind-cold感冒, is mainly caused by exposure to wind and cold. It commonly occurs during autumn and winter. Symptoms may include nasal congestion, runny nose, body aches, absence of sweating, severe chills, cough with thin white phlegm, and a preference for hot drinks. Wind-cold感冒 can be treated under medical guidance with medications such as Ganmao Qingre Granules or Zheng Chaihu Yin Granules. Additionally, it's important to stay warm in daily life and avoid getting chilled.
2. Heat-type cold
In mild cases of heat-type cold, nasal symptoms may appear, such as runny nose, sneezing, nasal congestion, and mild cough. In more severe cases, symptoms may include high fever, dizziness, headache, fever, cough, sore throat, yellow nasal discharge, dry mouth, and thirst. Treatment typically involves taking medications such as Lianhua Qingwen Capsules or Banlangen Granules as directed by a healthcare provider.
During episodes of sneezing and clear nasal discharge, it's important to drink plenty of water to maintain adequate hydration, and to consume an appropriate amount of fruits and vegetables rich in vitamins.
