The common cold is probably the most common illness that has plagued the human race since ancient times. It effects most people on average about 3 times per year. Although it is treatable to some degree, a proper cure is still eluding scientists after so many years of research. This blog will look at some facts and myths about the common cold, as well as possible treatments.

Can the Common Cold affect your heart rate ?

Yes. In general infections can increase the heart rate depending somewhat on severity.

The heart accelerates the rate at which it beats so as to facilitate the circulation of oxygen and immune cells which are needed to initiate the healing process.


 md-health

The blocking of nasal passages will make you breath more rapidly to avoid oxygen starvation, the heart rate will also increase for a similar reason.


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Sinusitis can narrow or block small arteries that can cause an increase in heart rate as the heart tries to compensate.


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