Flu and Cold Take the Stage
The autumn is inevitably here with her two companions – flu and cold. People often think they are same or won’t be able to name the differencesThe truth is that they share some symptoms such as sneezing, coughing and sore throat. They differ by the viruses they are caused by and their impact. Flu can be much more serious than a cold and if you have other problems such as respiratory illness, diabetes or heart issues, ‘flu can have serious consequences
So what’s the difference? Despite the common symptoms here are the ones that wary:
Colds
- runny nose, beginning with clear mucus that develops into thicker, green mucus as the cold progresses
- blocked nose
- sore throat
- sneezing
- cough
Flu
- sudden fever of 38-40°C
- muscle aches and pains
- sweating
- feeling exhausted and needing to lie down
- dry, chesty cough
- sneezing
People often manage symptoms of cold and flu by resting,drinking fluids and take painkillers to relieve aches and pains. But why take a chance? See a doctor and get the right advice. And if you want to avoid suffering from flu, why not get a vaccination?
