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Which of the following is the most common cause of the common cold?
Which of the following is the most common cause of the common cold?
What is the main symptom of acute nasopharyngitis?
What is the main symptom of acute nasopharyngitis?
How many different varieties of viruses can cause the symptoms of a cold?
How many different varieties of viruses can cause the symptoms of a cold?
What happens to the lining of the nose when a person has a cold?
What happens to the lining of the nose when a person has a cold?
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Which of the following is not a reaction caused by the body's immune system when a person has a cold?
Which of the following is not a reaction caused by the body's immune system when a person has a cold?
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Study Notes
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.
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Description
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.
