These symptoms are frequently associated with a common cold:
Cough (mild)
Sneezing
Runny/stuffy nose
Sore throat
Short fever
Body aches and pains
Individuals with a cold may feel tired and weak sometimes but rarely develop a headache or impaired taste and/or smell. Diarrhea, chills/shivering, and shortness of breath are not associated with a common cold; however, a cold may exacerbate asthma, which can lead to shortness of breath.
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), symptoms associated with COVID-19 include:
Fever or chills
Cough
Shortness of breath or difficulty breathing
Fatigue
Muscle or body aches
Headache
New loss of taste or smell
Sore throat
Congestion or runny nose
Nausea or vomiting
Diarrhea
Read more clinical information about COVID-19.
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Cite this: Michael Stuart Bronze. Fast Five Quiz: Upper Respiratory Tract Infections - Medscape - Jan 22, 2021.
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