Common Cold

Also known as Nasopharyngitis, Head Cold, Viral Rhinitis, URI

The common cold is a mild upper respiratory viral infection, most often caused by rhinoviruses, producing a runny or stuffy nose, sneezing, sore throat, and mild cough. It's self-limiting, typically resolving within 7–10 days, and antibiotics don't help since it's viral, not bacterial. Most remedies focus on shortening the illness or easing symptoms rather than curing it outright.

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