Cold Symptoms

Common Colds

Complications of the Common Cold

Complications of the common cold can sometimes lead to bacterial infections of your middle ear (otitis media) or sinuses (sinusitis), requiring treatment with antibiotics. High fever, significantly swollen glands, severe sinus pain, and a cough that produces mucus may indicate a complication or a more serious illness requiring a visit to your healthcare provider.

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Written by/reviewed by: Arthur Schoenstadt, MD

Last reviewed by: Arthur Schoenstadt, MD

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