I start work saturday, and im sick!

TRAVIS2006 · Jan 3rd, 2007, 07:04 PM

i have a cold, and sinus clogged, how can i fix this so i dont miss my first day of work?!

Irishgal · Jan 3rd, 2007, 07:11 PM

Start with hyperhydrading, meaning drinks lots of water, not coffee, not soda, water. If you can get ahold of some zinc product do so right away. Here in the states we have "Cold Eze", which are zinc lonzeges. These have been proved to reduce the symptoms and the time the cold lasts. Good luck.

TRAVIS2006 · Jan 3rd, 2007, 07:17 PM

oh thank you i take zinc every morning but ill have to pick up some of the lozenges. thank with the water suggestion it seems all i drink is diet soda!

Irishgal · Jan 3rd, 2007, 07:19 PM

Seriously, get them now! The quicker you get them on board the better. And get lots of rest, even if you think you feel better, stay in and read, nap and blog. I really hope you feel better, what a drag to feel crappy your first day!

karman · Jan 3rd, 2007, 07:25 PM

Sleep and drink lots of liquids!

I hope you don't have a sore throat!

invisicat · Jan 3rd, 2007, 07:28 PM

Make sure it is Zinc Gluconium 3X (or 13.3 mg of ionic zinc from Zincum Gluconium 2X i.e. zinc gluconate trihydrate eqivalent to Zincum Gluconium 3X). It is the only kind of zinc that works for colds.

DayQuil gelcaps work well for multiple symptoms, and MucinexDM is a good decongestant in my experience.

Also, use a simple saline nasal spray (NOT a medicated spray) to help the healing process.

Jill · Jan 3rd, 2007, 07:37 PM

LOTS OF VITAMIN C! PHH drinks a gallon of OJ when he is coming down with a cold and it does the trick every time!

kitty nyc · Jan 3rd, 2007, 11:25 PM

I agree, drink lots of fluids and if it's the common cold you'll get over it (or most of it) by Saturday. If your sinuses don't clear up tomorrow go see your doctor to see if you need antibiotics for any sinus infection. I am sick today and took the day off so I've been on webmd a lot

TRAVIS2006 · Jan 4th, 2007, 12:41 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by karman

Sleep and drink lots of liquids!

I hope you don't have a sore throat!

I do

Pursefreak25 · Jan 4th, 2007, 07:19 PM

drink plenty of fluids as everyone has said and eat and you can take Tylenol cold&sinus i do when i get that way take 2 of them each day and you will feel alot better. Oh and get plenty of rest. Congrats on your new job. I remember starting my job that im at now in 05 and i felt a lil sick when i got there but as the day continue i got worse i was acheing and sore.And thats what i did to feel better.

TRAVIS2006 · Jan 6th, 2007, 12:42 PM

Well I was called in last night, I was shocked!! But I felt better and found a trick to clear my nasal passage! take some vicks cream [the smelly stuff] and put it around your nose [make sure its not noticable]. it works but after about 3 hours it wore off but all was ok!

Jan 3rd, 2007, 07:04 PM	#1
TRAVIS2006 Rest in Peace Anna.	I start work saturday, and im sick! i have a cold, and sinus clogged, how can i fix this so i dont miss my first day of work?! __________________ , Travis "You Donno Jack About Dis Louie!"

Jan 3rd, 2007, 07:11 PM	#2
Irishgal I run with scissors Location: In a Bell Jet Ranger	Re: I start work saturday, and im sick! Start with hyperhydrading, meaning drinks lots of water, not coffee, not soda, water. If you can get ahold of some zinc product do so right away. Here in the states we have "Cold Eze", which are zinc lonzeges. These have been proved to reduce the symptoms and the time the cold lasts. Good luck. __________________ Ten thousand blessings to all of our furry friends who are in need of prayers. May they be comfortable, healthy, and blessed with joy and companionship. May their eyes shine brightly and may they know that they are loved.

Jan 3rd, 2007, 07:17 PM	#3
TRAVIS2006 Rest in Peace Anna.	Re: I start work saturday, and im sick! oh thank you i take zinc every morning but ill have to pick up some of the lozenges. thank with the water suggestion it seems all i drink is diet soda! __________________ , Travis "You Donno Jack About Dis Louie!"

Jan 3rd, 2007, 07:19 PM	#4
Irishgal I run with scissors Location: In a Bell Jet Ranger	Re: I start work saturday, and im sick! Seriously, get them now! The quicker you get them on board the better. And get lots of rest, even if you think you feel better, stay in and read, nap and blog. I really hope you feel better, what a drag to feel crappy your first day! __________________ Ten thousand blessings to all of our furry friends who are in need of prayers. May they be comfortable, healthy, and blessed with joy and companionship. May their eyes shine brightly and may they know that they are loved.

Jan 3rd, 2007, 07:25 PM	#5
karman nail polish addict Location: Canada	Re: I start work saturday, and im sick! Sleep and drink lots of liquids! I hope you don't have a sore throat! __________________ karman Louis Vuitton, Chanel & nail polish View my collection here Bag? What bags? ...all $$$ devoted to NAIL POLISH!

Jan 3rd, 2007, 07:28 PM	#6
invisicat Member	Re: I start work saturday, and im sick! Make sure it is Zinc Gluconium 3X (or 13.3 mg of ionic zinc from Zincum Gluconium 2X i.e. zinc gluconate trihydrate eqivalent to Zincum Gluconium 3X). It is the only kind of zinc that works for colds. DayQuil gelcaps work well for multiple symptoms, and MucinexDM is a good decongestant in my experience. Also, use a simple saline nasal spray (NOT a medicated spray) to help the healing process. __________________ Bad Ass Bag Carrying Woman

Jan 3rd, 2007, 07:37 PM	#7
Jill	Re: I start work saturday, and im sick! LOTS OF VITAMIN C! PHH drinks a gallon of OJ when he is coming down with a cold and it does the trick every time!

Jan 3rd, 2007, 11:25 PM	#8
kitty nyc Need more bags! Location: New York, NY	Re: I start work saturday, and im sick! I agree, drink lots of fluids and if it's the common cold you'll get over it (or most of it) by Saturday. If your sinuses don't clear up tomorrow go see your doctor to see if you need antibiotics for any sinus infection. I am sick today and took the day off so I've been on webmd a lot

Jan 4th, 2007, 07:19 PM	#10
Pursefreak25 Toya T Location: Fort Worth,Texas	Re: I start work saturday, and im sick! drink plenty of fluids as everyone has said and eat and you can take Tylenol cold&sinus i do when i get that way take 2 of them each day and you will feel alot better. Oh and get plenty of rest. Congrats on your new job. I remember starting my job that im at now in 05 and i felt a lil sick when i got there but as the day continue i got worse i was acheing and sore.And thats what i did to feel better. __________________ www.myspace.com/toya2581 My Wishlist!

Jan 6th, 2007, 12:42 PM	#11
TRAVIS2006 Rest in Peace Anna.	Re: I start work saturday, and im sick! Well I was called in last night, I was shocked!! But I felt better and found a trick to clear my nasal passage! take some vicks cream [the smelly stuff] and put it around your nose [make sure its not noticable]. it works but after about 3 hours it wore off but all was ok! __________________ , Travis "You Donno Jack About Dis Louie!"