Been sick for 3 weeks, can't get rid of it, please help?

[shatteredclouds15]

I've had a head cold for 3 weeks now. On and off it's been stuffy nose, runny nose, clogged ears, sore throat, hurting ears, and lots and lots of pressure in my face. I've tried everything--Sudafed, Benadryl, hot showers, soup... I can't take it anymore, I'm tired of being sick!!! And don't tell me to "let it run its course" because I've been told that enough times, and don't you think 3 weeks a little much? Honestly anything you could give me would help...

[Sbgirl]

Make yourself an appointment with a doctor they may be able to help. I've still got a cough from a few weeks ago from when I was ill. Sometimes they take a long time to completely clear up. Avoid situations which will make it worse. E. g don't go out in the cold, make sure you get plenty of sleep each night, and drink plenty of hot fluids.

[Afro-dite9]

Apple cider vinegar always knocks the sickness out of me ASAP, but be warned it tatse HORRIBLE! 3 week's though ehhh, go see a doc. You're better safe than sorry.

[Streamhopper]

If your mom won't let you see a doctor, you should go on your own, or you'll end up in the ER or it'll be too late. Some things are best caught early on. You and mom can roll the dice if you like - my aunt did the same thing and it killed her.

[shatteredclouds15]

holy shit dude, im really sorry for your loss... i can't actually go on my own im too young (i lied for fear of this site having an age limit). thanks, i'll discuss it with her.

[Streamhopper]

Aww, thank you. It was a couple of years ago. But she got sick, kind of like you, and had an appointment with a doctor on a Tuesday. By Saturday, her cough was so bad she was having trouble breathing; by Sunday, she was coughing all the time (with similar symptoms). Monday morning, she didn't wake up (but was alive), so they took her to the hospital. But by the time they got the antibiotics into her, it was too late. That's why I always say not to be stubborn. I'm pretty hard headed, but even I'll admit when I'm licked, and go in. But I do hope you feel better soon!

[shatteredclouds15]

thanks very much sir. I don't think my sickness is quite that bad but as you say I don't want to take chances. you were very helpful to me. ty again :)

[Streamhopper]

Lol, you're welcome. And you can call me Scott, if you like. No need to be too formal, but if you really want, Professor is fine as well, since that's my job. =^.^=

[shatteredclouds15]

okay, Professor Scott, haha. :D if you don't mind me asking what are you a professor of?

[Streamhopper]

Software Developer and Computer Science. I've had a lot of careers; but I gained a lot of experience through them, too. :)

[shatteredclouds15]

sorry for late reply, Christmas has been crazy omg. but thats really cool, my dad works with computers too! i've thought about going into that line of work because i've been on computers since i was like 4 so maybe i will :)

[Streamhopper]

Oh, no problem. :) Are you feeling better now? If you like computers, and you're creative, programming is a great career choice. =^.^=

[shatteredclouds15]

i wish i was feeling better, but luckily i convinced my mom to let me go to the doctor, and we started using a nebulizer and antibiotics so hopefully i'll be better soon. also like is it hard to learn coding and stuff? i know some really, really, basic coding but is it hard to learn the rest of it?

[Streamhopper]

Good that you went to the doctor, I'm sure that'll help. :) Learning code is really just like learning Legos. Once you understand what blocks you can use and how they fit together, what you build out of them is up to you. On average, it takes about 2 years of school to learn how to program; none of it is overly complicated; I doubt you'd have any trouble getting through it. We teach 2 languages in my program - C# and Java. You get 2 semesters of each, along with classes on logic, systems design, mobile app development, and team development. It varies by school but most are similar.

[shatteredclouds15]

firstly that was a great analogy lol, second, 2 years isn't even that much omg. i was thinking like frickin 6 years of hardcore working on code. i know i'm asking a lot of questions here but which one is more fun, java or c#(if you know how to do both)?

[Anonymous]

Have you kissed someone before these 3 weeks?

[shatteredclouds15]

i'm 13 honey, i ain't never kissed nobody. i lied about my age. :3

[Opinion Owner]

Oh dear :)
Have you gone to doctor?

[shatteredclouds15]

i have not, my mother has deemed it unecessary

[Opinion Owner]

3 weeks is too much
I'd suggest you ask her again

[shatteredclouds15]

okay, thanks for your help

[electrikrainb0w]

Go to the doctor if you've been sick for 3 weeks. You're supposed to go if symptoms haven't let up for 2 weeks.

[moonpie89]

It's been 10 days for me. Nothing works for me either. That's insanely long

[shatteredclouds15]

yeah it really sucks... sick buddies, wooo...

[laurapalmer]

Try taking a REALLY hot bath!

[Peskyn3gr0]

Try... a medical professional.

[shatteredclouds15]

unfortunately sir, my mother refuses to take me, as she says it needs to run its course. thank you for your input, though.

[Peskyn3gr0]

You're 19...

[shatteredclouds15]

im 13, i lied