Is a cold and cough contagious?

Colds and coughs are usually caused by viral infections, which are usually infectious in nature.
Colds and coughs are usually caused by common viruses and influenza viruses that invade the lungs. Common viral colds and epidemic viral colds are usually contagious, and are mainly spread by viruses through the air, and then enter the body through the respiratory tract, thus appearing to be contagious with a cold.
Cold and flu patients should usually pay attention to drink more water, diet to light and easy to digest the main, common virus caused by cold and cough is generally do not need treatment, after a period of time will be self-healing. Colds and coughs caused by influenza viruses can be treated with drugs such as oseltamivir as prescribed by the doctor.
It is recommended that patients go to the hospital for examination and treatment in a timely manner, always observe the physical condition, avoid spicy, stimulating food, smoking, drinking, etc., pay attention to body care, and take medication as prescribed by the doctor.