Flashcards in "Common Cold" Deck (6)
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1
Q
Viral URI
A
Primary = congestion, nasal drainage, post nasal drip, cough (symptoms is first 1-3 days)
Secondary (post 3 days) = fever, sore throat, headache, hoarseness
Children: N/V/D; abdominal pain; wheezing
2
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Perennial Allergic Rhinitis
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Nasal airway blockage
Persistent watery nasal discharge
No seasonal variation
Onset before age 20
3
Q
Seasonal Allergic Rhinitis
A
Sneezing Itchy eyes Lacrimation Watery nasal discharge Seasonal variation
4
Q
Chronic Rhinitis
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Persistent nasal drip - may alternate sides
Profuse water rhinorrhea
Eyes don’t water as much
Sneezing is not common
5
Q
Influenza
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Sudden onset (48 hrs)
High grade fever (>100.4) and chills
If after 48 hours, can develop cough
6
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Sinusitis
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Often recurrent pain over sinuses
Early: unilateral / dull
Later: bilateral / severe