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Catarrhal disease of the respiratory tract, especially of the throat and nose, of a viral, bacterial or allergic nature, which produces a general physical discomfort, with symptoms such as abundant mucus in the nose or a sore throat.

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The common cold is a viral infection of the nose and throat (upper respiratory tract). It is generally harmless, although it may not appear so. Many types of viruses can cause the common cold.

Healthy adults can expect to have two to three colds a year. Babies and young children can get colds even more frequent.

Most people recover from a common cold in a week or 10 days. Symptoms can last longer in people who smoke. Generally, you don't need medical assistance for a common cold. However, if symptoms don't improve or if they get worse, see your doctor.

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Symptoms of a common cold usually appear one to three days after exposure to a virus that causes a cold. Signs and symptoms, which can vary from person to person, may include the following:

Stuffy or runny nose

Throat pain

Cough

Congestion

Mild body aches or headaches

Sneezing

Low grade fever

Generally not feeling well

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If you have a cold, follow these tips to help prevent spreading it to others:

Stay home while you are sick, and don't send children to school or daycare while they are sick.

Avoid close contact with other people, such as hugging, kissing, or holding hands.

Stay away from others before coughing or sneezing.

When you cough or sneeze, cover your nose and mouth with a tissue and throw it away, or cover your nose and mouth completely with the top of your sleeve.

Wash your hands after coughing, sneezing, or blowing your nose.

Disinfect frequently touched surfaces and objects, such as toys and door handles.

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Infected people can transmit the viruses that cause colds to others through the air and close personal contact.

You can help reduce your risk of catching a cold by:

Wash hands frequently with soap and water: Wash them for 20 seconds and help young children do the same. If soap and water are not available, use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer.

Do not touch your eyes, nose or mouth if you have not washed your hands:  Viruses that cause colds can enter your body this way and make you sick.

Staying Away From People Who Are Sick: Sick people can spread the viruses that cause the common cold through close contact with other people.

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You should call the doctor if you or your child have one or more of the following:

symptoms lasting more than 10 days.

severe or unusual symptoms.

your child is less than 3 months old and has a fever or is lethargic.

When to see the doctor