Do I have the flu, cold, or just something else?
I've had a sore thought for a while. But last night I had a really bad stomach ache, but I never threw up. I did gag a lot, but no throw up. I also had a pretty severe headache. It's been a little bit better, but it still hurts! Also my muscles are sore too...

Posted by David
hard to say. if you run a fever, you usually have the flu.

Posted by MyOpinion
You would have to go to the doctor and be tested to know for sure.

Posted by Heather P
If you have a fever you could have strep throat or a sinus infection or even the flu. If your temperature is normal it is probably a cold but I would see a doctor to know for sure.

Posted by puspa
Hi Madi.

The symptoms of 2009 H1N1 flu virus in people include fever, cough, sore throat, runny or stuffy nose, body aches, headache, chills and fatigue. Some people may have vomiting and diarrhea. People may be infected with the flu, including 2009 H1N1 and have respiratory symptoms without a fever. Severe illnesses and deaths have occurred as a result of illness associated with this virus.

For more info please visit http://www.cdc.gov/h1n1flu/

What are "emergency warning signs" that should signal anyone to seek medical care urgently?

In children:

• Fast breathing or trouble breathing
• Bluish skin color
• Not drinking enough fluids
• Not waking up or not interacting
• Being so irritable that the child does not want to be held
• Flu-like symptoms improve but then return with fever and worse cough
• Fever with a rash

In adults:

• Difficulty breathing or shortness of breath
• Pain or pressure in the chest or abdomen
• Sudden dizziness
• Confusion
• Severe or persistent vomiting

Take Care. Regards.


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