As the weather is transitioning, most people around you may be down with coughs and colds - an upper respiratory infection that affects your nose, throat, and lungs. According to doctors, the common symptoms include a runny or stuffy nose, sore throat, sneezing, coughing, mild headache, and a low-grade fever. Even though it lasts for only around a week or a maximum of ten days, it can be prolonged in young children, older adults, or those with weakened immunity levels.
Experts say there are over 200 viruses that cause a cold however the most common ones include: Rhinovirus Studies say rhinovirus cases account for up to 50 per cent of cold cases across the world. While they spread throughout the year - rhinoviruses are most active in the early fall and spring and expand in crowded places like schools and offices. Symptoms of rhinovirus are usually mild and go away within a week or a maximum of 10 days.
The virus causes problems like ear infections, sinus infections, or breathing troubles - especially for those with asthma or allergies. Coronavirus It is another common cold – which led to the emergence of the COVID-19 pandemic. Statistics say coronaviruses account for about 15 per cent of seasonal colds and usually peak in the winter season.
Like other cold viruses, coronavirus is also mild and lasts only around a week – even though it causes more serious issues, life-threatening issues like pneumonia in those with weak immunity. Doctors advise getting tested if you were ex.