{"id":30330,"date":"2017-11-22T10:30:46","date_gmt":"2017-11-22T05:00:46","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.1mg.com\/articles\/?p=30330"},"modified":"2018-08-09T14:52:55","modified_gmt":"2018-08-09T09:22:55","slug":"6-signs-common-cold","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.1mg.com\/articles\/6-signs-common-cold\/","title":{"rendered":"6 Signs It’s More Than A Common Cold"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Cold, as we all know is one of the most commonly encountered respiratory infections in children as well as in adults. It has been observed that children are likely to suffer from cold 6-10 times in a year while the figure varies between 2 to 4 on an average among adults.<\/p>\n

A common cold<\/a><\/strong> is generally associated with a sore throat, cough, blocked and\/or runny nose, sneezing, headache, malaise, and low-grade fever. However, sometimes, you may develop symptoms that are suggestive of conditions other than cold.<\/p>\n

Is it cold, or something else? <\/i><\/b><\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n

As cold<\/a><\/strong> usually gets better within a week, most of you may not consider seeking a medical advice. But, it is important to understand that many serious diseases often start as a cold.<\/p>\n

In order to differentiate between a common cold and a condition that requires medical attention, you must be aware of the following 6 signs, the red flags:<\/p>\n

1. High fever or low-grade fever for days<\/strong><\/p>\n

Although moderate fever indicates that your immune system is fighting against the pathogens, a high-grade fever (> 102 degree Celsius) implies that your body may be dealing with a condition that is not a common cold<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

On the other hand, running a low-grade fever for several days is also a matter of concern. It is a sign that your body is trying to combat something which is more than a cold such as flu or mononucleosis.<\/p>\n

2. Being sick, recovering and getting sick again<\/strong><\/p>\n

If you have been sick, felt better and then fell sick again, it is most likely to be a sign of superinfection \u2013 a serious secondary infection that occurs when your immune system weakens due to a mild illness. Various factors that could be responsible for this are:<\/p>\n

a) A tired immune system which enables penetration of another infection into your body.<\/p>\n

b) Reduced number of pathogens which protected you initially. This leads to the entry of other harmful organisms.<\/p>\n

c) Exposure to a secondary infection after recovery due to which you fall sick again.<\/p>\n

3. Severe headaches<\/strong><\/p>\n

If you have pressure headaches <\/strong>or headaches that feel worse around your eyes and nose, it could be a sign of sinus infection. On the other hand, if headaches are intense enough to interfere with your concentration or ability to think clearly, it could be a disorder involving the central nervous system like meningitis.<\/p>\n

4. Severe body aches<\/strong><\/p>\n

If you are feeling so achy and weak that getting up from the bed appears to be a huge task, and also experiencing fatigue or muscle aches, there is a high probability that you are suffering from flu.<\/p>\n

5. Stomach problems<\/strong><\/p>\n

Symptoms<\/strong> such as nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea usually do not accompany common cold, and may be suggestive of flu.<\/p>\n

6. Chest pain or trouble in breathing\/heart palpitations<\/strong><\/p>\n

Although a cough is commonly associated with cold, it becomes a considerable cause of concern if it causes shortness of breath, wheezing, or chest pain. Trouble in breathing could be a sign of pneumonia or bronchitis, while chest pain, tightness, and sudden shortness of breath may imply a blood clot blockage in the lungs (pulmonary embolism) which can, in turn, cause heart palpitations.<\/p>\n

Therefore, it is always a good idea to consult a doctor to address any underlying illness.<\/p>\n

Never avoid any of these symptoms as it is better to be safe than sorry.\u00a0 <\/b><\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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Cold, as we all know is one of the most commonly encountered respiratory infections in children as well as in adults. 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