In reply to Post #229
Just to add some perspective, think about the number of anglers in the UK who fish regularly and then think about the number of cases.....

Of course take precautions and use anti-bac gel, waterproof anti-septic plasters and such but if you get a cold a few days/weeks after fishing don't do your nut worrying about it. The chances are it is just a genuine cold, the type you'd pick up at work or anywhere for that matter.

Awareness is great, but undue worry isn't. If you're really bad at home then do the sensible thing and mention it to your GP, otherwise 100% relax.