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What is a common cold?

A common cold is a viral infection of the upper respiratory tract. The cold can cause a sore throat, a stuffy or runny nose, coughing and sneezing. A common cold is typically not very serious and generally improves without treatment within a couple of days to a week.

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Author: Lauren Donley BSc (Hons)
First answered: 05 Mar 2020
Last reviewed: 19 May 2018
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Category: Novel coronavirus (COVID-19)

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