The common cold, also called viral rhinitis, is one of the most common infectious diseases in humans.
Viral rhinitis
The syndrome known as the "common cold" can be caused by any one of a number of viruses. These include rhinoviruses and adenoviruses.
Nasal Congestion
Clear runny nose
Watery eyes
Sneezing
Scratchy throat
Headache
Fatigue ...
Viral rhinitis is diagnosed based on symptoms. Symptoms that last longer than a week may require further testing to rule out a secondary bacterial infection, or an allergy.
Colds (also known as viral rhinitis, nasopharyngitis, or nonspecific upper respiratory infections), on the other hand, can be caused by more than 200 different viruses — and that estimate includes only the viruses doctors know about.
 See also: Viral, Common cold, Symptom, Rhinitis, Fever
  
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