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Research Notes on Comparison of Cold and Flu Symptoms
The common cold and flu are two similar respiratory conditions that are caused by different viruses. Symptoms of the flu are usually more serious, including fever, body aches, tiredness, and coughing. Symptoms of the common cold are a stuffy or runny nose and a cough.1
Fast Facts:
- The common cold is generally a milder condition than the flu.1
- Distinguishing between a common cold and the flu can be difficult because of similar symptoms.1
- Flu symptoms usually peak within three to six hours.2
- If you are experiencing flu-like symptoms, seek a doctor's advice as soon as possible.2
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Research Notes References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 Centers for Disease Control and Prevention: Cold Versus Flu
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 FluFacts.com: Cold or the Flu?
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- Redirects: Cold and flu symptoms, Difference between cold and flu
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