What causes a common cold?
Dr. Lauricella explains what causes a cold. Click play to watch the video or read the transcript.
A common cold is caused by a virus, according to the American Academy of Family Physicians
(AAFP).
There are more than 200 types of viruses that can cause someone to get a cold, according to the AAFP.
The most common cause of cold is the rhinovirus, which leads to about 40 percent of all colds, according to Premier Physician Network physicians.
Unfortunately, there is no vaccine to prevent against a cold and there is no cure for the sickness, according to the AAFP. Once someone gets a cold, the body has to fight off the virus in order to feel better.
For more information about what causes a common cold, talk with your doctor.
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