It is a viral infection which can be termed as one of the most irritating problem endured by anyone.



Even though it is not life threatening it can make your life hell with the runny nose, severe headache, sneezing, sore throat and dry cough. It is a viral infection which can be caused by more than 200 viruses.



To top it all it is a very contagious disease.

It can last for a week or two and sometimes due to the constant triggering agents it can continue for a longer time. It is one of the most common reasons for children to skip their school.



Children are one of the commonest victims of cold as they are in constant touch with other kids who are suffering with this condition. It is known that adults between the age group of 20 to 30 have at least 2 to 4 colds a year and women are more prone to it.



Older generation who have crossed the 60 limit suffer less from this disease.

Some of the common signs and symptoms of having cold is a runny and a very stuff nose, itchy or sore throat, cough, congestion, body ache, tiredness, fatigue, constant sneezing, watery eyes and fever. There is a constant heaviness in your chest due to the congestion.





Even though we tend to think that weather plays a role in making people suffer this disease. But it hasn’t be confirmed.



As it is very contagious it can easily spread through sneezing, coughing, hand-to-hand contact, sharing clothes, utensils, towels and many other things. And if you happen to touch your eyes, nose or mouth after a contact with patient then you are bound to catch cold.

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