What Is the Common Cold?
5. Asthma
People with asthma will need to be particularly mindful as the common cold will trigger an asthma attack in some instances. Asthma is a condition where the airways become narrower to the point where the patient finds it difficult to breathe. Serious asthma attacks can be fatal, so they should be taken very seriously.
The common cold will also sometimes lead to secondary infections. These include bronchiolitis, croup, pneumonia, and strep throat. These secondary infections will also need to be treated in order to prevent further complications. Pneumonia in particular can be very dangerous if it is not treated in time.
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