Cold vs Flu: What’s the Difference?

Producer:- Newzhealth

Feeling unwell but not sure what it is? No guessing games, learn the signs and stay well

Common cold  usually bring sneezing, runny nose, sore throat—but rarely fever.

Flu causes sudden fever, body aches, chills, fatigue & sometimes cough.

Both cold and flu are caused by different viruses! Colds = Mostly Rhinoviruses. Flu = Influenza Viruses

Symptom

Cold 

Flu

Onset Fever Body aches Fatigue Sneezing Cough Severity Treatment

Rare Mild Mild Common Mild Mild

Peak in 2-3 days

Usually rest. Meds rarely

Common Severe Intense Less common Often sereve Intense

Antiviral drugs

Peaks suddenly

Call the Doctor If Fever lasts more than 3 days Breathlessness Chest pain Symptoms worsen