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Common Cold
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•Last Updated: November 20, 2025
“The common cold” is a catch-all term for certain mild viral upper respiratory tract infections. There are no cures for the common cold; treatments are focused primarily on improving symptoms. Fortunately, colds typically resolve on their own in 2–14 days.
Common Cold falls under the Immunity & Infectious Disease category.
