Cold and Flu Symptoms (Cont.)

Cold and Flu Symptoms: Which Do I Have?

Symptoms Cold Flu
Fever Rare Characteristic, high (102 to 104ºF); lasts 3 to 4 days
Headache Rare Prominent
General aches, pains Slight Usual; often severe
Fatigue, weakness Quite mild Can last up to 2 to 3 weeks
Extreme exhaustion Never Early and prominent
Stuffy nose Common Sometimes
Sneezing Common Sometimes
Sore throat Common Sometimes
Chest discomfort, cough Mild to moderate; hacking cough Common; can become severe

 

Treatment of Cold and Flu Symptoms

  Cold Flu
Treatment
-Antihistamines
-Decongestants
-Aspirin, acetaminophen (such as Tylenol®), or ibuprofen for aches and pains
-Aspirin, acetaminophen, or ibuprofen for aches, pains, and fever
-Antiviral medicines (see your doctor)
 
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Written by/reviewed by: Arthur Schoenstadt, MD
Last reviewed by: Arthur Schoenstadt, MD