Is It Cold or Flu?

Reader Question: How can I tell if I have the flu or just a bad cold?

On Call Response: Colds can cause a miserable mix of symptoms, such as sneezing, coughing, and a stuffy and/or runny nose. With the flu, you'll probably have more intense symptoms, such as body aches, a high fever and a dry cough. Children who get the flu also often experience of nausea and vomiting (symptoms that are less common in adults).


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