If You Are Infected with the Cold Virus One Year

question 55

Essay

If you are infected with the cold virus one year, why can you still catch a cold again the next year, even if your immune system is working properly?

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Definitions:

Posttraumatic Stress Disorder

A mental health condition triggered by experiencing or witnessing a terrifying event, characterized by flashbacks, nightmares, and severe anxiety.

Recurrent

Occurring repeatedly or periodically.

Intrusive Thoughts

Unwanted, involuntary thoughts, images, or ideas that can be distressing or disturbing.

Panic Attacks

Sudden episodes of intense fear or anxiety that trigger severe physical reactions when there is no real danger or apparent cause.