Is it a cold or the flu?

Is it a cold or the flu?

Check the cold and flu symptoms on our chart.

Story by: Norton Healthcare on January 8, 2018

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Norton Healthcare primary care physicians and advanced practice providers offer flu care throughout Louisville and Southern Indiana.

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Signs and symptoms Influenza Cold
Symptom onset Abrupt Gradual
Fever Usually; lasts 3-4 days Rare
Aches Usually; often severe Slight
Chills Fairly common Uncommon
Fatigue, weakness Usual Sometimes
Sneezing Sometimes Common
Stuffy nose Sometimes Common
Sore throat Sometimes Common
Chest discomfort, cough Common; can be severe Mild to moderate; hacking cough
Headache Common Rare

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