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Diagnosis
Differentiating between a cold and flu may be difficult. Cold symptoms are nearly always less severe than those of the flu.
Comparing Colds and Flus
Diagnosing the Flu
Several available tests can isolate and identify the viruses responsible for some respiratory infections. They are generally not needed, since most cases of the flu are self-evident. However, such tests can be very helpful in confirming or ruling out the flu. If a doctor believes a diagnosis would help, samples using a swab ...
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Colds and Asthma
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Herpes Simplex: Diagnosis
...conditions that may be confused with oral herpes include herpangina (a form of the Coxsackie A virus), sore throat caused by strep or other bacteria, and infectious mononucleosis.Genital... Read more »Pneumonia: Symptoms
...flu-like symptoms often occur first. They may include fatigue, fever, weakness, headache, nasal discharge, sore throat, earache, and stomach and intestinal distress.Vague pain under and around the... Read more »Colds and the Flu: Introduction
...in the nose.Within hours, full-blown cold symptoms usually develop, which can include sneezing, mild sore throat, fever, minor headaches, muscle aches, and coughing.Fever is low-grade or absent.... Read more »Sinusitis: Symptoms
...day)FeverFatigue (from lack of good rest)Lack of response to decongestants or antihistaminesSneezing, sore throat, and muscle aches may be present, but they are rarely caused by sinusitis itself.... Read more »Acid Reflux Symptoms
...narrows the tube, or it could also be an indication of serious esophageal damage or abnormalities.Chronic sore throat.Persistent hiccups.Coughing and Respiratory Symptoms. Asthmatic symptoms like... Read more »Images
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