The common cold is a minor infection of the nose and throat caused by the virus. It is spread through contact with an infected person or by inhaling droplets that contain the virus. Symptoms of the common cold include a runny nose, sore throat, cough, and sneezing. The common cold usually lasts for 7-10 days, but it can sometimes lead to more serious complications, such as pneumonia or bronchitis.
There is no cure for the common cold, but there are things you can do to prevent it or reduce the severity of symptoms. These include: