Viral Upper Respiratory Tract Infection
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A viral upper respiratory tract infection is a very common condition caused by viruses that affect the nose, the throat, and the paranasal sinuses. It is what we usually call a cold, and it tends to resolve on its own within a few days.
Common symptoms:
- Congestion or runny nose
- Sore throat and sneezing
- Cough, general malaise, and sometimes a low-grade fever
When should you see a doctor? If the symptoms last a long time, worsen, or high fever or difficulty breathing appears, an evaluation is advisable, especially in young children or people with other illnesses.
Who treats it? A general practitioner and a pediatrician usually guide the care; a pulmonologist or an infectious disease specialist steps in for cases that warrant it. In the case of symptoms that do not go away as expected, having them reviewed by a professional provides greater peace of mind.
Data on 663 doctors who treat viral upper respiratory tract infection
Which specialist treats viral upper respiratory tract infection?
A viral upper respiratory tract infection should be evaluated by a general practitioner, who can resolve the issue or refer you. A pulmonologist or an internal medicine physician can help if lung involvement persists. Find these specialists.
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in viral upper respiratory tract infection
Dr. Rodrigo Armando Vigueras Santiago
Dr. José G. Padilla López
Dr. Tanya Giselle Ramirez Cervantes
Dr. Vicente de Jesus Flores Lopez
Dr. Jacqueline Montero Schwarz
Dr. Mayra Yadira Briseño Quintanares
Dr. Aldo Mauricio Cruz Hernández
Dr. Silvia Caballero Delgado
Dr. Lorely Vianey Bres Ramírez
Dr. Alan Osmar Alanís Cruz
Dr. Alisi Lucila López Marquez
Dr. Maria Fernanda Frausto Mendoza
Dr. Rubén López Muñoz
Dr. Karla Escobedo Vázquez
Dr. Nitza Pérez Martínez
Dr. Carlos Esteban Fonz Alonso
Dr. Jazmin Rojas Romero
Dr. Norma Ilse Garcia González
Dr. Kim Danae Díaz Juárez
Dr. Karen Arlette Rivera Méndez
Frequently asked questions
What is viral upper respiratory tract infection?
A viral upper respiratory tract infection is a very common condition caused by viruses that affect the nose, the throat, and the paranasal sinuses. It is what we usually call a cold, and it tends to resolve on its own within a few days.
Which doctor treats viral upper respiratory tract infection?
A viral upper respiratory tract infection should be evaluated by a general practitioner, who can resolve the issue or refer you. A pulmonologist or an internal medicine physician can help if lung involvement persists. Find these specialists.