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 🏥