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What is the duration of the common cold?
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Varies : The common cold usually last 5-7 days, with symptoms ocassionally lasting 10-14 days. See your doctor if you don't see improvement, or if you note worsening.
Answered 2/13/2019
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Common cold: According to the Mayo Clinic, colds usually last one to two weeks.
Answered 2/13/2019
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5-7 days: Common colds usually last approximately 5-7 days.
Answered 10/9/2020
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About a week: Common cold is a viral infection which usually resolve in seven to ten days, with some symptoms lasting up to three weeks.
Answered 12/1/2018
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