Common Cold Quiz

Common Cold

• Rhinoviruses are the most prevalent cause of the common cold.
• Acute nasopharyngitis, commonly known as the cold, primarily presents with symptoms such as a runny or stuffy nose.
• Over 200 varieties of viruses can trigger cold symptoms, showcasing the wide range of potential infectious agents.

Body Response to Cold

• When infected with a cold virus, the lining of the nose becomes inflamed, leading to swelling and increased mucus production.
• A common immune response during a cold includes inflammation, although some reactions, like fever, may not typically occur in mild cases of a cold.

Test your knowledge on Acute Nasopharyngitis (common cold) and learn about its causes, symptoms, and pathophysiology. This quiz will cover the different types of viruses that cause colds and their clinical manifestations.