Common Cold
What is the Common Cold ❓
A common mild viral infection of the nose & upper airway 👃
Transmitted by direct contact or air particles
Causes: A wide variety of viruses (e.g. rhino-viruses) 🦠
What are the Symptoms of Common Cold ❓
Blocked/runny nose
Sneezing/coughing/sore throat 🤧
Mild fever
How do you Diagnose Common Cold ❓
General examination 🔍
Patient symptoms
How do you Treat Common Cold ❓
Ease symptoms (e.g. paracetamol/ibuprofen, lozenges, vapour rubs) 💊
Increase fluids
Stopping smoking 🚭
Steam inhalation
Why should I Worry about Common Cold ❓
Complications are not common
It can progress to more severe infection (e.g. acute bronchitis, pneumonia) 🤕
If immunocompromised/elderly or have significant disease, there is higher risk of complications 🏥
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