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Viral Upper-respiratory Infection

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Common symptoms

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The pathology of disease

Viral upper-respiratory infection is viral infection of the nose/pharynx/larynx/sinuses (rhinovirus/coronavirus/adenovirus/RSV/influenza), presenting with nasal congestion, rhinorrhea, sore throat, cough, and low-grade fever. Treatment: rest; hydration; humidification; saline gargles; analgesics/antipyretics; decongestants short-term; antibiotics not indicated; antivirals (oseltamivir) if influenza within 48 h; seek care if dyspnea/high fever/persistent >10 days.

Common Symptoms

Nasal congestion/rhinorrhea; sore throat/cough; low-grade fever; self-limited

Causes and Pathogenesis

Viruses infect upper-airway epithelium, causing inflammation and symptoms.

Treatment

Rest/hydration; analgesics/decongestants; antivirals if influenza; antibiotics not indicated

Preventive Measures

Hand hygiene; avoid close contact; flu vaccine.

Department to Visit

It is recommended to visit the General practice/ENT/Pediatrics department; an appointment can be booked on this platform before the visit.

Warm reminder: The above information is for health science reference only and cannot replace professional medical diagnosis. If you have related symptoms, please seek medical attention at a regular hospital promptly.