The common cold is a typical infection of the upper respiratory tract caused by viruses (usually rhinoviruses, coronaviruses, and adenoviruses), particularly in periods of reduced body immunity. The common cold is a frequent, common and harmless infection. However, it is worth knowing the typical symptoms in order to start proper treatment. Do you know what the most common symptoms of the common cold are?
The common cold usually develops slowly. You may often see a clear relationship between the infection and the weather – a cooling, chill or dampness facilitate the emergence of the infection. At first, the complaints are not onerous but they become more and more severe with time.
The most common symptoms of the common cold include:
nasal congestion, rhinitis, sneezing,
hoarseness,
conjunctivitis,
fever (temperature usually does not exceed 38°C)
mild cough,
sore throat,
weakness.
When the symptoms are treated, the common cold usually subsides within 2-7 days.
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