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Ok, Ladies (& Gents), got this info from my hubby and wanted to share. on my part i just think it’s good to be aware…
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Know the Difference between a Cold and H1N1 Flu Symptoms:Fever
Fever is rare with a cold.
Fever is usually present with the flu in up to 80% of all flu cases. A temperature of 100°F or higher for 3 to 4 days is associated with the H1N1 flu.Coughing
A hacking, productive (mucus- producing) cough is often present with a cold.
A non-productive (non-mucus producing) cough is usually present with the H1N1 flu (sometimes referred to as dry cough).Aches
Slight body aches and pains can be part of a cold.
Severe aches and pains are common with the H1N1 flu.Stuffy Nose
Stuffy nose is commonly present with a cold and typically resolves spontaneously within a week.
Stuffy nose is not commonly present with the H1N1 flu.Chills
Chills are uncommon with a cold.
60% of people who have the H1N1 flu experience chills.Tiredness
Tiredness is fairly mild with a cold.
Tiredness is moderate to severe with the H1N1 flu.Sneezing
Sneezing is commonly present with a cold.
Sneezing is not common with the H1N1 flu.Sudden Symptoms
Cold symptoms tend to develop over a few days.
The H1N1 flu has a rapid onset within 3-6 hours. The flu hits hard and includes sudden symptoms like high fever, aches and pains.Headache
A headache is fairly uncommon with a cold.
A headache is very common with the H1N1 flu, present in 80% of flu cases.Sore Throat
Sore throat is commonly present with a cold.
Sore throat is not commonly present with the H1N1 flu…Chest Discomfort
Chest discomfort is mild to moderate with a cold.
Chest discomfort is often severe with the H1N1 flu.
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