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What is Cold Disease

Cold disease is an extremely common infectious illness characterized by the inflammation of the airways and the accumulation of mucus in the lungs. Common symptoms experienced with cold disease include coughing, chest congestion, sore throat, sneezing, nasal discharge, and specific body aches.

Type of Cold Disease

Sore throat,

A sore throat caused by a cold is the result of inflammation within the throat area due to a virus that has infected it. Common symptoms include pain or scratchiness, hoarseness and difficulty swallowing.

Running nose

Runny nose, also known as rhinorrhea, is a symptom of the common cold characterized by excessive flow of mucus from the nasal cavity. This usually occurs in response to inflammation caused by irritated nasal passages.

Cough

Cough is a common symptom of the common cold, which is caused by inflammation of the lining of the lower respiratory tract, leading to increased bronchial secretions.

Body pain

When exposure to cold temperatures occurs, the constriction of certain blood vessels can cause pain sensations throughout the body. This is known as 'body pain in cold'.

Fever

Fever in cold is a medical condition typically caused by a viral or bacterial infection. It is characterized by having a body temperature that rises above normal levels and an accompanying feeling of general discomfort.

Sneeze

Sneezing in cold weather is a common occurrence, as a sudden drop in temperature can irritate the sensitive nerves within the nose. Cold air stimulates neurotransmitters which trigger sneezing reflexes.

Symptoms Of Cold Disease

Runny or stuffy nose
Feeling generally unwell
Low grade fever

Follow this treatment for cold problem, watch the video for more details.

Diet for Cold Diseases

Garlic
Oatmeal
Broccoli
Leafy greens

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