I've been feeling pretty rough with a cold and flu, plus my nose won't stop running, and swallowing is really hard. I also have hay fever, so I'm kinda worried if that's making everything worse. Could this be something more than just a cold? What should I do to feel better?

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Dr Anshul Maheshwari

General Practitioner

MBBS
5+ Yrs

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visit dermatologist for evaluation and appropriate management

Answered 04/07/2025

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