Common Cold Flashcards

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What are the causes of the common cold?

A
  • A mixture of viral upper respiratory tract infections.
  • Generally gradual onset.
  • Transferred via the inhalation of infected droplets through the mouth or nose.
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What are the signs and symptoms of the common cold?

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  • Self-limiting
  • Begin 2-3 days after infection
  • Last 2-14 days, usually resolve after 7 days.
  • Runny / blocked nose
  • Cough (may persist for a few days after other symptoms have cleared).
  • Sore throat
  • Aches and pains
  • Headaches
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What are the referral symptoms of the common cold?

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  • Wheezing/shortness of breath
  • Pain on breathing or coughing.
  • Earache
  • Blood stained mucus
  • Symptoms for 3 week or longer
  • Neck stiffness
  • Chest pain
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What are the OTC treatments of the common cold?

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  • Self-limiting but patients often opt for symptomatic relief.
  • Decongestants
  • Demulcents
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