>> Fever is usually present with the flu in up to 80% of all flu cases. A temperature of 100°F or higher for 3 to 4 days is associated with the flu.
>> A non-productive (non-mucus producing) cough is usually present with the flu (sometimes referred to as dry cough).
>> Severe aches and pains are common with the flu.
>> Stuffy nose is not commonly present with the flu.
>> 60% of people who have the flu experience chills.
>> Tiredness is moderate to severe with the flu.
>> Sneezing is not common with the flu.
>> The flu has a rapid onset within 3-6 hours. The flu hits hard and includes sudden symptoms like high fever, aches and pains.
>> A headache is very common with the flu, present in 80% of flu cases. >> Sore throat is not commonly present with the flu.
>> Chest discomfort is often severe with the flu.
Cold - Common Symptoms :
>> Fever is rare with a cold.
>> A hacking, productive (mucus- producing) cough is often present with a cold. >> Slight body aches and pains can be part of a cold.
>> Stuffy nose is commonly present with a cold and typically resolves spontaneously within a week. >
> Chills are uncommon with a cold.
>> Tiredness is fairly mild with a cold.
>> Sneezing is commonly present with a cold.
>> Cold symptoms tend to develop over a few days.
>> A headache is fairly uncommon with a cold.
>> Sore throat is commonly present with a cold.
>> Chest discomfort is mild to moderate with a cold.
Difference between Cold and Swine Flu (H1 N1) Symptoms - Comparison :
Very informative.
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