The common cold is a viral infectious disease that infects the upper respiratory system. It is also known as acute viral rhinopharyngitis and acute coryza. It is the most common infectious disease in humans and is mainly caused by coronaviruses or rhinoviruses.
Symptoms
- Dry throat
- Sore throat
- Cough
- Mild fever
- Sneezing
- Hoarse voice
- Blocked nose
- Mild headache
- Muscle ache
- Shivering
- Weakness
- Reduction in appetite
- Extreme exhaustion
Causes
- Human parainfluenza virus
- Human metapneumovirus
- Coronaviruses adenovirus
- Human respiratory syncytial virus
- Enteroviruses
Prevention and Precautions
- Wash your hands to prevent the spread of cold
- Avoid close contact with someone infected with a cold
- Eat plenty of vitamin-rich fruit and vegetables to boost the immune system
- Cover your mouth when sneezing or coughing
- If you sneeze into your hands, make sure you wash them with soap and water immediately
- Wash your hands regularly
- Stop smoking
- Give up alcohol
- Keep your home and surroundings clean
- Avoid touching your face, especially your nose and mouth
- Stop smoking
- Control stress
Lifestyle and Dietary Tips
- Don’t smoke
- Avoid alcohol
- Wash your hands regularly
- Exercise regularly
- Manage stress
- Immunise yourself
- Maintain a healthy and varied diet
- Get adequate sleep
- Stay connected (avoid loneliness)
Home Remedies
- Ginger tea
- Steam
- Syrup of honey and onion
- Cough syrups
- Salt bath
- Gargle
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