Cold - Understanding Symptoms and Remedies

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Why is it called a cold?

The name "cold" came into use in the 16th century, due to the similarity between its symptoms and those of exposure to cold weather. In the United Kingdom, the Common Cold Unit (CCU) was set up by the Medical Research Council in 1946 and it was where the rhinovirus was discovered in 1956.

What is the common cold?

The common cold is a viral infection . It's one of the most common illnesses people get. Symptoms include stuffy or runny nose, sore throat, tiredness, and sometimes a mild fever and go away on their own within 4 to 10 days

Is a cold a virus?

The common cold is actually a viral infection in your upper respiratory tract. A cold can be caused by more than 200 viruses. The most common are rhinoviruses. These viruses are easily spread from person to person or surface to surface. Many of these viruses can live on surfaces for hours, even days.

What are the symptoms of a cold?

The viruses that cause colds are spread by sneezing, coughing and hand contact. loss of appetite and, sometimes, nausea and vomiting. The actual symptoms will vary from person to person and from illness to illness. Usually, the symptoms will last from a few days to a week or more, and you recover fully without any ongoing problems.

What Is Cold

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6. https://www.verywellhealth.com/cold-7152003
7. https://www.msdmanuals.com/en-au/home/quick-facts-infections/respiratory-viruses/common-cold

Cold Information

1. https://www.betterhealth.vic.gov.au/health/conditionsandtreatments/colds