| Symptom: |
|
Cold |
Flu |
| Fever: |
|
Rare in adults and older children. Can be 102 degrees F / 38.9 degrees C in small children and infants. |
Usually 102 degrees F / 38.9 degrees celsius but can be up to 104 degrees F or 40 degrees C and lasts 3-4 days. |
| Headache: |
|
Rare. |
Sudden onset and can be severe. |
| Muscle Aches: |
|
Mild. |
Usual, and often severe. |
| Tiredness/Weakness: |
|
Mild. |
Often extreme and can last two or more weeks. |
| Extreme Exhaustion: |
|
Never. |
Sudden onset and can be severe. |
| Runny Nose: |
|
Often. |
Sometimes. |
| Sneezing: |
|
Often. |
Sometimes. |
| Sore Throat: |
|
Often. |
Sometimes. |
| Cough: |
|
Mild hacking cough. |
Usual and can become severe. |