Viruses thrive in cold weather.
Cold viruses are "What's Going Around" at Pediatric Associates of Dallas.
Symptoms of a cold virus include:
- runny nose
- sore throat
- cough
- aches
- fever
The illness usually lasts between three and 14 days. Colds typically require no treatment unless a bacterial infection develops as a complication.
Common complications include sinus and ear infections.
