The common cold is a contagious, viral infectious disease of the upper respiratory system, primarily caused by rhinoviruses or coronaviruses. It is the most common infectious disease in humans, but then again, it is very rarely fatal. Collectively, colds, influenza, and other infections with similar symptoms are included in the diagnosis of influenza-like illness. Click [...]
Browsing the archives for the cold tag
5 Jan 10
31 Dec 09
What causes cold sores to develop? Great question. Knowing your actual causes of cold sores is important for fast, effective healing and positive prevention. What causes cold sores for all people is basically the herpes simplex virus, type 1 or 2. Do not be embarrassed. Estimates are that close to 90% of the population carries [...]
