Coryza Flashcards
1
Q
What causes Coryza?
A
Most often its Rhinovirus Can also be: Adenovirus Parainfluenza Human Resp. Syncitial Virus (Human RSV) Coxsackie Virus Echovirus
2
Q
How does the common cold present?
A
Sneezing/Tickly nose
Headache
Fever
Rhinorrhoea - clear runny nose
3
Q
What should you be careful of when someone has coryza?
A
Secondary infections due to weakened immune system:
Sinusitis - Laryngitis - Bronchitis - Otitis Media
4
Q
How do we treat it?
A
We dont its self limiting. Rest, hygiene and fluids
