Common Cold

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Is a:

Disease or Syndrome

Definition:

A catarrhal disorder of the upper respiratory tract, which may be viral or a mixed infection. It generally involves a runny nose, nasal congestion, and sneezing. Inflammation of a mucous membrane with increased flow of mucous in humans or animals. Catarrh is used mostly in a historical context.

Synonyms:

Acute Coryza
Catarrh
Catarrhs
Cold, Common
Colds, Common
Common Colds
Coryza, Acute

Broader Topics:

Picornaviridae Infections
Respiratory Tract Infections

Narrower Topics:

None

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