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Common Cold(Adults)

Signs & Symptoms

 Anterior rhinorrhea
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Posterior rhinorrhea
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Nasal obstruction
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Scratchy throat
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Physical Examination

 Dry throat
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Scratchy throat
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Clear lung examination
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Lab / Serology

Imagin Study

 Air-fluid levels
Note: Not routinely indicated
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Mucosal thickening
Note: Not routinely indicated
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Complication

 Acute otitis media
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Acute rhinosinusitis
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Asthma exacerbation
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Risk Factors

 Smoking
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Cause

Other