Types of colds include influenza and common cold, however, it is not possible to determine the type of cold based on a runny nose, nasal congestion, and these symptoms can also be caused by diseases such as sinusitis and allergic rhinitis. 1. Cold: For example, common cold caused by respiratory syncytial virus infection can cause symptoms such as white runny nose, nasal congestion, sneezing, sore throat, cough, fever, etc. Influenza A and B viruses cause influenza, in addition to the above mentioned symptoms, there can be a high fever accompanied by obvious generalized muscle aches and pains and other symptoms. 2. Sinusitis: The pathogenesis of sinusitis is complicated, such as respiratory tract infection, respiratory allergic reaction, etc., which may cause sinusitis. Patients mainly manifested as nasal congestion, olfactory impairment, runny nose, headache and other symptoms. 3. Allergic rhinitis: the occurrence of allergic rhinitis is related to allergens, such as contact, inhalation of allergens, may cause nasal itching, nasal congestion, sneezing, a lot of watery nasal discharge. If the symptoms of runny nose and nasal congestion occur for a long time, it is recommended that the patient should consult the hospital in time to improve the examination and follow the doctor’s instructions for active treatment.