Colds and Flu Differences?
How are they different?
Posted by Lisa
A cold is viral and the flu is bacterial
Posted by TB
The cold and flu are both respiratory illnesses, but they are caused by different types of viruses. Flu symptoms usually come on quickly (within 3-6 hours) and consist of a fever, body aches, dry cough, and extreme tiredness. Cold symptoms are less severe and people experience a stuffy nose, productive cough, slight tiredness, and limited body aches.
Is it a Cold or the Flu?
Whether you need to know the answer now or you're looking into it for future purposes, we can help. Use the interactive tool below as a quick reference to determine if what you have is just a cold — or if it's the flu. Remember that if you are experiencing flu-like symptoms, it is better to act fast and speak to your doctor within 12 to 48 hours. We've prepared a list of helpful questions to ask your doctor to help you make the most of your visit.
Posted by TweetyBird
http://www.cdc.gov/flu/about/qa/coldflu.htm
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Posted by Jenna
Read www.flustar.com to see if flu is in your area & to determine if your symptoms are those of a cold or of flu. Both are viral - with flu being more severe.
From Flufacts.com
FluFACTS Information
Flu symptoms can be mild or severe — and if they're mild can become severe without much notice. Be aware of your body and monitor your body temperature. Flu symptoms can come on suddenly — be sure you know your treatment and prevention options so you can be prepared.
The common symptoms of the flu include:
Fever (usually high)
Headache
Muscle aches
Chills
Extreme tiredness
Dry cough
Runny nose may also occur but is more common in children than adults
Stomach symptoms, such as nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea, may also occur but are more common in children than adults
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How to recognize the symptoms of cold and flu, which treatments work best, and advice on staying healthy during cold and flu season
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