What Is the Common Cold?
9. Diagnosis
Many people are unlikely to see a doctor if they suspect they have a cold. However, you should see a doctor if you feel that the symptoms are particularly severe. If you do see a doctor, they are likely to want to perform a brief physical exam in addition to asking you about your symptoms.
In the majority of cases, this will be enough for your doctor to make a diagnosis. If it is thought the symptoms might be down to something else, however, then further tests may be requested. This will sometimes involve using X-rays and similar to help experts see inside the patient’s respiratory system.
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