In this page we will dwell deeper on the symptoms of the common cold. Each symptoms is given a short but detailed explanations.
It is sometimes called postnasal drip or scientifically, rhinorrhea. This is a condition where
any mucus-like material is discharged from the nose. This is to prevent the virus from
entering further into the lung. This a body mechanism to keep us from being sicker than we already
are. Kids Health |
Sore throat is a condition where the throat irritates. This can sometimes cause by bacteria
or virus infection. when infected, you will fell throat pain and difficulty in swallowing. This
infection usually has no other serious complications.NetDoctor |
Cough is a reflex action started by the sensory lining of the respiratory passage. It kepps your throat
and airways clear. Usually cough from the common cold is caused by post-nasal drip where excess
mucus accumulates the back of the throat.Wikipedia Medline Plus |
Abnormally high body temperature(Higher than 37.5 degrees Celcius). Fever is not an illness
itself. It is a sign of other bodily problems and usually cause by viral infections. During Fever,
th immune system release a chemical which affects the hypothalamus, the heat-regulating center
of the brain. Fever should not necessarily be treated since it is an important signal if there
is something wrong with your body. Fever is usually treated when symptoms cause discomfort.BUPA Factsheet |
Headaches involve mild to severe pain in certain areas of the head and even the back of the neck.
There are many cause of headaches, e.g: migraine, symptoms of diseases(common cold, fever, migraine, stress).
Headaches can be painful and annoying but it is usually easily to be cured by taking medications
(analgelsics: aspirin, paracetamol) or changing livestyles (stress-free).NetDoctor |
©Common Cold Squad Last updated on: 24 March 2008