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Common Cold (Symptoms peak after 2-3 days (Resolve within 7-14 days, Mild…
Common Cold
Symptoms peak after 2-3 days
Resolve within 7-14 days
Mild cough - 3 weeks
Sore throat
Runny nose
nasal congestion, irritation, sneezing
General malaise
Younger children usually lasts 10-14 days
Differential
whooping cough (pertussis)
upper airway obstruction
meningitis
influenza
Glandular fever
allergic rhinitis
streptococcal pharyngitis
Treatment
Symptom relief
Rest
Fluids
Rest
Healthy foods
Paracetamol or brufen as per guidance
Muscle Pain
Fever
Headache
Advice
Do not take paracetamol and brufen at same time
steam inhalation
gargle with salt water
Menthol sweets -nasal congestion
short term use intranasal decongestants
Rapid onset
Transmission
direct contact
aerosol transmission
most common cause rhinovirus
Self limiting
Adults- 2-3 times per 12 months
Children approx 5-8 times per 12 months
Complications
Acute otitis media
Sinusitis
LRTI
Follow up
Symptoms worsen after 3-5 days
People at risk of complications
Elderly
Asthma
COPD
Diabetes
heart, lung, liver, renal, impairment
Immunocompromised