Coryza (Cold) Flashcards
1
Q
what is coryza
A
acute viral infection of nasal passage
spread by direct (droplets) or indirect (door handle)
2
Q
what is cause of coryza
A
200+ viruses
mainly rhinovirus and coronaviruses
3
Q
what is diagnosis of coryza
A
symptoms based
4
Q
how is coryza treated
A
self care
5
Q
what is the symptoms of coryza
A
blocked nose nasal pain and irritation runny nose cough hoarse voice sore throat (pharyngitis) mild fever?
6
Q
what is complications of coryza
A
sinusitis (frontal or maxillary)
acute bronchitis
