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    Acute Nasopharyngitis

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    The common cold is a viral infection of the upper respiratory tract that causes inflammation in the nasal cavity and pharynx. Symptoms include runny nose, sneezing, coughing, sore throat, watery eyes, headache, tiredness, and body aches. Diagnosis is usually based on symptoms, though throat cultures can check for bacterial infections. Treatment focuses on relieving symptoms with medications like ibuprofen, cough suppressants, and lozenges. Prevention emphasizes hand washing, disinfecting surfaces, and covering coughs and sneezes.

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    The common cold is a viral infection of the upper respiratory tract that causes inflammation in the nasal cavity and pharynx. Symptoms include runny nose, sneezing, coughing, sore throat, watery eyes, headache, tiredness, and body aches. Diagnosis is usually based on symptoms, though throat cultures can check for bacterial infections. Treatment focuses on relieving symptoms with medications like ibuprofen, cough suppressants, and lozenges. Prevention emphasizes hand washing, disinfecting surfaces, and covering coughs and sneezes.

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    The common cold is a viral infection of the upper respiratory tract that causes inflammation in the nasal cavity and pharynx. Symptoms include runny nose, sneezing, coughing, sore throat, watery eyes, headache, tiredness, and body aches. Diagnosis is usually based on symptoms, though throat cultures can check for bacterial infections. Treatment focuses on relieving symptoms with medications like ibuprofen, cough suppressants, and lozenges. Prevention emphasizes hand washing, disinfecting surfaces, and covering coughs and sneezes.

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    Acute Nasopharyngitis

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    The common cold is a viral infection of the upper respiratory tract that causes inflammation in the nasal cavity and pharynx. Symptoms include runny nose, sneezing, coughing, sore throat, watery eyes, headache, tiredness, and body aches. Diagnosis is usually based on symptoms, though throat cultures can check for bacterial infections. Treatment focuses on relieving symptoms with medications like ibuprofen, cough suppressants, and lozenges. Prevention emphasizes hand washing, disinfecting surfaces, and covering coughs and sneezes.

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    Acute

    Nasopharyngitis
    Bianca Mikaela F. Dosdos
    Acute Nasopharyngitis
    common cold is a viral infection of the upper respiratory tract. It is the commonest infectious disease in
    human which triggers an acute inflammatory disease of the upper respiratory tracts mainly nasal cavity
    and pharynx. The inflammation may spread to the adjacent tonsils, sinuses and conjunctiva.
    Signs and symptoms
    ● runny or stuffy nose.
    ● sneezing.
    ● coughing.
    ● sore or scratchy throat.
    ● watery or itchy eyes.
    ● headache.
    ● tiredness.
    ● body aches.
    Diagnostic tests
    Throat culture
    -a laboratory diagnostic test that evaluates for the presence of a bacterial or fungal infection in the throat. A sample from the
    throat is collected by swabbing the throat and placing the sample into a special cup (culture) that allows infections to grow.
    Treatment Regimen
    Medications/supplements/vaccines:
    ● nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs - like aspirin or ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin)
    ● mucus thinners - like guaifenesin (Mucinex)
    ● Lozenges- to soothe a sore throat.
    ● cough suppressant- for severe cough, such as dextromethorphan (Robitussin, Zicam, Delsym) or codeine
    Diet/nutrition
    ● vegetables
    ● fruits,
    ● whole grains,
    ● fat-free or low-fat dairy products,
    ● protein foods.
    Prevention
    ● Wash your hands often with soap, especially when around others with colds.
    ● Wash or disinfect commonly used items, like toys, doorknobs, phones, and faucet handles.
    ● Use a hand sanitizer when you don’t have access to soap and water.
    ● Use your own pen to sign receipts in stores.
    ● Sneeze into a tissue or your sleeve, and cover your mouth when you cough to stop the spread of the
    virus.
    Thank u.

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