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1. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › Common_coldCommon cold - Wikipedia

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   The common cold is a disease of the upper respiratory tract. The symptoms of the common cold are believed to be primarily related to the immune response to the virus. The mechanism of this immune response is virus-specific.

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     Rhinovirus is the most common viral infectious agent in...

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2. www.healthline.com › health › cold-fluCommon Cold: Symptoms, How to Treat, and More - Healthline

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   Dec 23, 2021 · Learn how to recognize the signs of a cold, differentiate it from the flu, and find out how to treat and prevent it. The common cold is a viral infection that affects the upper respiratory tract and can last for 7 to 10 days.

3. www.mayoclinic.org › diseases-conditions › commonCommon cold - Symptoms and causes - Mayo Clinic

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   May 24, 2023 · Learn about the common cold, a viral infection that affects your nose and throat. Find out how to recognize the signs, when to see a doctor and how to prevent complications.

4. my.clevelandclinic.org › health › diseasesCommon Cold: Symptoms, Cold vs. Flu, Treatment - Cleveland Clinic

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   Feb 7, 2023 · Learn about the common cold, a contagious upper respiratory infection caused by more than 200 viruses. Find out how to recognize the symptoms, prevent the spread and treat the cold at home.

5. www.webmd.com › cold-and-flu › understanding-commonSymptoms of a Cold: Coughing, Runny Nose, No Fever, and More

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   May 6, 2023 · Learn how to recognize the signs of a cold, such as sneezing, runny nose, and coughing, and when to call your doctor. Find out how to prevent and treat a cold, and the difference between a cold and the flu.

6. www.cdc.gov › common-cold › treatmentManage Common Cold | Common Cold | CDC - Centers for Disease ...

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   Apr 24, 2024 · Download the Common Cold Fact Sheet for how to manage your symptoms and prevent getting sick. Learn how to manage common cold symptoms, when to seek medical care and prevention strategies.

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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.

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   Can zinc prevent a cold?

   • Researchers haven’t found that any of those remedies can prevent colds. But zinc may shorten the illness and reduce symptoms. However, it may cause permanent loss of smell, especially when you use it in nasal sprays. The best common cold self-care remedy is to get plenty of rest.

   Common Cold: Symptoms, Cold vs. Flu, Treatment - Cleveland Clinic

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   Can you catch a cold from cold weather?

   • A common misconception is that one can "catch a cold" merely through prolonged exposure to cold weather. Although it is now known that colds are viral infections, the prevalence of many such viruses are indeed seasonal, occurring more frequently during cold weather.

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8. www.hopkinsmedicine.org › common-coldCommon Cold | Johns Hopkins Medicine

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   Learn about the common cold, a viral infection that affects the nose and throat and is easily spread to others. Find out how to prevent, treat and distinguish it from the flu.