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I have sometimes developed a cold or influenza after being exposed to extremes of cold. however, could you please tell me whether this can happen if a person has not had physical contact with any other person?
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A true viral 'cold' or influenza can be acquired by coming in contact with objects contaminated by the virus. Extreme cold itself does not cause influenza or viral cold but lowers your resistance and makes you more prone.
Answered 6/15/2022
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