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The flu is a seasonal illness that everyone is at risk for catching. Those that receive a flu shot from their doctor are less likely to contract this untreatable illness, but not immune to it. The flu is, unfortunately, not treatable with antibiotics. Even if you make an appointment to see your doctor regarding your flu symptoms, he will not be able to prescribe anything for you. Your doctor can run tests to determine whether or not you have the flu and he will suggest an over the counter flu medicine that will temporarily reduce your symptoms and provide you with short term relief. Over the counter medicines will not get rid of the flu. If you are unsure whether or not you have the flu or some other type of illness, take into account your symptoms to help you make the determination.
Not all flu symptoms are experienced by everyone who contracts this illness. Some people experience every symptom imaginable while others only experience one or two. One of the most significant symptoms of the flu is a fever; running a fever is one of the most obvious symptoms that you have the flu versus the common cold. Since the symptoms of the flu and the common cold are so similar, the fever is one of the easiest ways to differentiate between the two. Along with a potential fever, people suffering from the flu can experience other symptoms that include a runny nose, congestion, a sore throat and chills. Body aches and fatigue will accompany these symptoms.
Unlike the common cold, symptoms of the flu are quick to appear. You will wake up one morning feeling horrible with a myriad of symptoms. With the common cold, you will begin experiencing symptoms over several days until one day the culmination of all of your symptoms makes you feel terrible. With the flu, this happens immediately. Fortunately, symptoms of the flu often recede more quickly than those of the flu. If you experience symptoms in addition to regular flu symptoms you should contact your doctor immediately. Many illnesses share the same symptoms and it is always best to practice precaution.
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What are the symptoms of the onset of flu?
Some of the symptoms for the flu are the same as the common cold, but there are a few symptoms that you only get with the flu. The most common of these symptoms are a fever of 101 or higher, body and joint aches, and a headache. If you are experiencing these symptoms along with other cold like symptoms we recommend seeing your Dr. about the flu.
What are the common flu symptoms and how to prevent the flu?
Common flu symptoms can include cold-like symptoms of coughing and sneezing to fevers and sluggishness. A good way of trying to avoid getting the flu is washing your hands after touching possibly contaminated surfaces so that it doesn't spread.
How can you tell if what you have got is Swine Flu or just a common cold?
Most people can not tell if you have any symptoms of the common cold you should see your doctor to see if it is swine flu or not.
How does the flu differ from the common cold?
They are both viruses but the flu is typically more intense. The symptoms are similar but more severe with the flu.
If you have both flu and cold symptoms what do you have?
You could have either a cold or the flu or both. Or, you could have allergies. See the related questions for information about the symptoms of cold and flu.
What are the most commonly misdiagnosed flu symptoms?
Since flu symptoms are very commmon to cold symptoms they can be easily confused. Sore throat, fatigue, cough,these are sypmtoms both share but are more likely signs of a common cold than the flu.
What causes symptoms like a cold?
Usually viruses cause cold-like symptoms, such as the viruses that cause the common cold and the flu, but, other diseases and disorders can also include similar symptoms and so can toxic effects from chemicals and drugs.
What symptoms would indicate that a person has the flu rather than a cold?
Flu symptoms are usually more intense than cold symptoms and they begin much more quickly. Some of the major symptoms of the flu that don't necessarily come with a cold are a fever and muscle aches and pains and fatigue.
Is it good for you to smell skunk odor?
deep breathing skunk can cure a common cold and other flu-like symptoms.
What other diseases besides swine flu have flu-like symptoms?
the cold a fever
How can one tell from symptoms whether they have Flu?
To tell the symptoms of the Flu can be really easy and sometimes really hard as they can get mixed up with the common cold, most flu cases are feeling weak, tired and always coughing and sneezing at all times of the day and night.
Do Not Mistake the Flu for the Common Cold?
Everyone is susceptible to the seasonal flu; it seems that once someone catches the flu it is only a matter of time before your symptoms start. Unfortunately, you cannot avoid touching door knobs and breathing the same air that all the flu sufferers are breathing. Once you have the flu, there is nothing you can do to rid yourself of the illness. Over the counter medications that your doctor may recommend will not rid you of the flu, the medications will merely alleviate your pain temporarily. The only thing you can do is learn to recognize the symptoms of the flu and take action when you notice the onset of any flu symptoms. One of the major flu symptoms is fever; though not everyone that suffers from the flu experiences a fever. Some do and some do not. Along with fever or without if you are one of the lucky ones that do not experience this comes chills, severe body aches and fatigue. When experienced together, these symptoms are often difficult to tell apart. You may not be able to differentiate between body aches and fatigue because you are too tired and weak. Much like the common cold, flu symptoms include coughing, sore throat and congestion. This may make you question whether or not you have the flu or a simple cold. The way to tell the difference is to check for other symptoms, such as fatigue and body aches. In addition, many younger flu sufferers have been known to experience diarrhea and severe vomiting. However, these symptoms are more common in children than in adults. The major difference between the flu and the common cold is the severity of the illness. The common cold begins slowly, with a cough here and a sore throat there. Flu symptoms appear suddenly and violently and are much more miserable than those of the common cold. When you experience any of the symptoms of the flu, you can call your doctor and schedule an appointment to discuss your diagnosis. Your doctor will not be able to prescribe anything to rid you of the flu, but he can perform tests that confirm your diagnosis to ease your mind.
