{"id":557,"date":"2014-05-12T09:00:48","date_gmt":"2014-05-12T14:00:48","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.osfsaintanthony.org\/blog\/?p=557"},"modified":"2022-10-11T10:03:57","modified_gmt":"2022-10-11T15:03:57","slug":"child-allergies-cold","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/osf-blog.live.imagescape.com\/blog\/child-allergies-cold\/","title":{"rendered":"Cold vs. allergy symptoms in kids: What\u2019s the difference?"},"content":{"rendered":"

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When allergy season kicks into high gear, kids may have a multitude of cold-like symptoms. Both seasonal allergies and a cold can cause a runny nose and sneezing. So how can you tell what\u2019s causing your child\u2019s symptoms?<\/p>\n

\u201cA cold and a reaction to seasonal allergies can sometimes look similar,\u201d said Jaya Wadhawan, MD<\/a>, a pediatrician for OSF HealthCare. \u201cBut there are some symptoms that can make it easier to spot the difference, if you know what you\u2019re looking for.\u201d<\/p>\n

Cold symptoms<\/h2>\n

Common colds are caused by a virus and typically last 5-7 days.<\/p>\n

Fever<\/strong><\/p>\n

If you\u2019re wondering, \u201ccan allergies cause a fever,\u201d the answer is no. A fever<\/a> with a cold, however, can be very common.<\/p>\n

Sore throat<\/strong><\/p>\n

A cold with a sore throat<\/a> is more common than a sore throat caused by allergies.<\/p>\n

Body aches<\/strong><\/p>\n

Viral colds can typically have you feeling achy and fatigued, which can be treated with plenty of rest, hydration and pain relievers.<\/p>\n

Allergy symptoms<\/h1>\n

Seasonal allergies are immune system<\/a> responses to allergens, such as seasonal tree or grass pollens.<\/p>\n