The Common Cold
The common cold is a mild viral infection that affects the upper respiratory tract, including the nose and throat. Colds occur when a virus enters our bodies typically through the mouth, nose, or eyes and they typically enter our system through airborne sneeze or cough droplets, or by touching a contaminated surface, then touching our own face.
Symptoms
- Runny or stuffy nose
- Sore throat
- Cough
- Sneezing
- Mild headache
- Body aches or mild fatigue
Since colds are a common, non-life-threatening viral illness that will heal on its own eventually, why is it helpful to visit an urgent care? The testing and treatment done in a PromptMed Urgent Care is important to those experiencing the common cold because our providers can pinpoint exactly what is causing symptoms, ensuring the correct treatment. Colds, if left untreated, can lead to further complication like sinus infections.
Minimize symptoms and prevent further complications. Treatment at PromptMed Urgent Care will be confirming the virus causing symptoms is the common cold and perhaps a decongestant, antihistamine, or other medication prescribed at our healthcare professional's discretion. Our providers at PromptMed Urgent Care are equipped to handle your care if you or your child is experiencing a common cold. Find your PromptMed Urgent Care, here.
