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How does the common cold work?
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Expert Answer
Despite being called 'the' common cold, it's caused by over 200 different viruses (rhinoviruses being most common). Why symptoms vary so much, why some people get sick more often, and why no universal cure exists are ongoing questions.
Key Insight
Despite being called 'the' common cold, it's caused by over 200 different viruses (rhinoviruses being most common).
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