A warm drink before bedtime may help soothe a sore\u00a0throat, while the steam may loosen up your congestion.\u00a0
Chamomile tea, peppermint tea, and ginger tea are good\u00a0options.\u00a0
Aim to drink a warm beverage about 60 to 90 minutes\u00a0before you go to bed. Drinking liquids too close to\u00a0bedtime may cause you to wake up to use the bathroom\u00a0during the night.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
Try a decongestant spray <\/strong> Cold medicines <\/strong> Gargle with salt water <\/strong> Use a saline nasal rinse <\/strong> Stack your pillows <\/strong> Use a vapor rub <\/strong> Turn on a humidifier <\/strong> Soothe a sore throat <\/strong> Take a hot shower <\/strong> Disclaimer:<\/strong> The advice provided is intended for informational purpose only and does not substitute for professional medical advice.\u00a0\u00a0Consult with your doctor if you\u2019re seeking medical advice, diagnoses, or treatment.\u200b<\/p>\r\n\r\n <\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Sleeping with a cold can be difficult, but quality sleep is essential for recovery.\u00a0 Symptoms like a stuffy nose can make it\u00a0difficult to breathe, while coughing and\u00a0muscle pain can keep you awake.\u00a0 Fortunately, there are ways to\u00a0temporarily ease your symptoms and\u00a0get the rest you need.\u00a0 Read on to learn more about how to\u00a0sleep when you […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":10,"featured_media":4879,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"inline_featured_image":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-3355","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-general"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.healthvectors.ai\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/3355","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.healthvectors.ai\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.healthvectors.ai\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.healthvectors.ai\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/10"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.healthvectors.ai\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=3355"}],"version-history":[{"count":6,"href":"https:\/\/www.healthvectors.ai\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/3355\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":6474,"href":"https:\/\/www.healthvectors.ai\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/3355\/revisions\/6474"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.healthvectors.ai\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/4879"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.healthvectors.ai\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=3355"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.healthvectors.ai\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=3355"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.healthvectors.ai\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=3355"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}
A nasal decongestant works by reducing swollen tissue\u00a0in your nose. This reduces the production of mucus,\u00a0which can make it easier to breathe.\u00a0
Decongestants should not be used\u00a0for more than 7 days\u00a0- extended use could lead to rebound symptoms that\u00a0can leave you feeling worse than before you started the\u00a0treatment.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n![\"A](\"https:\/\/www.healthvectors.ai\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/cold-medicines.jpg\")
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Some cold medicines treat many problems at once, like\u00a0congestion, runny nose, cough, fever, and aches.\u00a0
Speak with your doctor before you take any medicines.\u00a0
Decongestants can keep you awake.\u00a0
Antihistamines, on the other hand, might make you\u00a0drowsy.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
Gargling with\u00a0salt water\u00a0before bedtime may help soothe a\u00a0sore throat and prevent an infection from getting worse.\u00a0It\u2019s a natural, low-cost way to ease discomfort. Make sure\u00a0the water is not hot. Lukewarm water is preferred.\u00a0
To use a\u00a0saltwater\u00a0gargle:
Mix 1\/4 to 1\/2 tsp. Rock salt into 200-250ml. warm\u00a0water.
Once the salt dissolves, gargle the mixture in the back of\u00a0your throat for as long as you can tolerate it.
Then swish the\u00a0salt water\u00a0around your mouth before\u00a0spitting it out.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
A saline nasal rinse is a form of nasal irrigation that\u00a0uses salt water, or saline, to flush your nasal passages.
Saline rinses\u00a0may be used with a\u00a0neti\u00a0pot. It's important\u00a0to use sterile, distilled, or water that has been\u00a0previously boiled and then cooled.\u00a0
According to a study, a saline nasal rinse,\u00a0also known\u00a0as a sinus flush, may help reduce congestion, clear out\u00a0mucus and germs, and make breathing easier.
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Lying down can make mucus build up in your throat,\u00a0leading to coughing and restless nights.\u00a0This doesn\u2019t\u00a0mean you need to sleep sitting up, though.
\u00a0Simply stack your pillows to lift your head slightly. This\u00a0can help minimize mucus accumulation in your throat.
Avoid using too many pillows, as this could lead to\u00a0neck pain and discomfort. Just two standard pillows will\u00a0likely help elevate your head enough.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
A\u00a0vapor rub\u00a0is a medicated ointment that\u2019s topically\u00a0applied to the neck and chest.\u00a0
It often contains ingredients like eucalyptus oil,\u00a0menthol, camphor etc.\u00a0Although these ingredients\u00a0won\u2019t treat your cold, they may help you breathe easier\u00a0and sleep more comfortably.\u00a0
Only apply vapor rub to your chest and throat area.\u00a0Don\u2019t use it\u00a0inside your nose, as it can be absorbed\u00a0into your body through the membranes inside your\u00a0nasal passages.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n![\"A](\"https:\/\/www.healthvectors.ai\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/humidifier-01.jpg\")
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Dry air can irritate your sinuses, potentially worsening\u00a0your symptoms. A\u00a0humidifier\u00a0may help by adding\u00a0moisture to the air.\u00a0
According to a study,\u00a0humidifiers haven\u2019t shown\u00a0solid\u00a0benefits for treating colds. But the added moisture in\u00a0the\u00a0air could help you breathe better.\u00a0
Always use distilled or\u00a0purified water in a humidifier.\u00a0Change the water every day and clean it regularly to\u00a0prevent bacterial and mold growth.
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You can also try over-the-counter lozenges, throat\u00a0sprays, and pain relievers.\u00a0
Let your doctor know if you have a severe sore throat\u00a0and a fever for more than 2 days -- especially if you\u00a0don\u2019t have typical cold symptoms like congestion and\u00a0sneezing. It could be due to an infection.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n![\"A](\"https:\/\/www.healthvectors.ai\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/hot-shower.jpg\")
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The steam of a hot shower may help thin out and drain\u00a0the mucus in your sinuses, which can make it easier to\u00a0breathe.
A warm shower is also a great way to relax before\u00a0bedtime.\u00a0Make sure the water is hot but comfortable\u00a0and let the steam accumulate.\u00a0
For a soothing spa-like experience, you may want to\u00a0use peppermint or\u00a0eucalyptus oil. When inhaled, the\u00a0cooling effects of these ingredients may help you feel\u00a0less congested.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n