Test Your Cold vs. Flu Knowledge
Most people who begin to have symptoms like coughing, sneez?ing and body aches are not sure whether they have a cold or the seasonal flu, but knowing the difference between symptoms and what to look for can help you determine when you need to seek medical attention.
Take this quick quiz and see if you can identify these symptoms as either cold or flu:
High Fever
A. Cold
B. Flu
Extreme Exhaustion
A. Cold
B. Flu
Severe Aches and Pains
A. Cold
B. Flu
Sore Throat
A. Cold
B. Flu
Sneezing
A. Cold
B. Flu
*Answers: flu, flu, flu, cold, cold
It?s important to know the differ?ence between cold and flu symp?toms because treatments for each are different. In fact, if flu is diagnosed and treated with antivirals during the first 48 hours of the symptoms starting, the illness severity and duration of illness can be lessened.
The flu comes packed with a punch, such as extreme exhaustion, high fever and body aches that come on suddenly and can make you feel quite ill for several days to weeks. Seek medical attention if you think you have the flu. Once diagnosed with flu, rest and fluids are the key to recovery. If possible, isolate yourself from others to prevent the spread of flu. Over the counter medications can help with symptomatic relief such as fever or pain relief.
A cold has milder symptoms, such as low-grade fever, stuffiness and slight aches and pains, When you have a cold, wash your hands frequently, cough and sneeze into a tissue or the bend of your arm (not your hands), rest and keep hydrated. Congestion can be treated with over the counter medications, but be sure to consult with your healthcare provider or pharmacist if you are taking other medications to make sure your cold medicine won?t interact dangerously with those medicines.
Visit The Little Clinic websitefor more information on cold and cold symptoms
