Pharmacy Clinical Pearl of the Day: Cold Symptoms vs Flu Symptoms

Clinical Pearl of the Day: Cold vs Flu

Insight:

Cold symptoms

• Fever is rare
• Aches and pain are slight
• Symptoms are gradual
• Sneezing is common
• Stuffy nose is common
• Headaches are rare
• Fatigue and weakness sometimes
• Sore throat common

Flu symptoms

• Fever and chills are common
• Aches and pains are usual
• Symptoms are abrupt
• Sneezing occurs sometimes
• Stuffy nose occurs sometimes
• Headaches are common
• Fatigue and weakness are typical
• Sore throat occurs sometimes

Sources:

Cold Versus Flu | CDC