Taylor Math
The common cold is also known as nasopharyngitis. A runny nose, sneezing, and coughing are some of the signs of a minor infection of the nose and throat. Viruses are the cause of nasopharyngitis. There are currently no antiviral drugs that can combat them. Antibiotics will not treat a viral illness; therefore doctors will only prescribe them if a patient has a bacterial infection-related problem. Cold medicine sold over the counter (OTC) may provide brief relief from symptoms, but it does not lessen the duration of the infection. Doctors typically encourage people who have a cold to relax, drink plenty of fluids, and seek medical help if their symptoms worsen.