isn't a fever more a symptom of the flu than a cold?
EDIT:
according to the
American Lung Association...
There are three types of influenza virus: A, B, and C.
* Types A and B are the most severe. The viruses change constantly and different strains circulate around the world every year. The body's natural defenses cannot keep up with these changes. Therefore, a person should get a flu shot each year.
* Type C causes either a very mild illness, or has no symptoms at all. It does not cause epidemics and does not have the severe public health impact that influenza types A and B do.
Flu Symptoms
In Adults…
If you have a mild case, the flu may seem a lot like an ordinary cold. But more often, symptoms appear suddenly, and may include:
* temperature of 101°F or above
* cough
* muscle ache
* headache
* sore throat
* chills
* tiredness
* feeling lousy all over
What is a Cold?
Colds are minor infections of the nose and throat caused by several different viruses.
A cold may last for about one week, but some colds last longer, especially in children, elderly people, and those in poor health.
In the United States, colds account for more visits to the doctor than any other condition.
Adults get an average of two to four colds per year, mostly between September and May.
Young children suffer from an average of six to eight colds per year.
Colds are highly contagious. They most often spread when droplets of fluid that contain a cold virus are transferred by touch. These droplets may also be inhaled.
Flu and Cold Guidelines
Cold Symptoms
Between one and three days after a cold virus enters the body, symptoms start developing, such as:
* runny nose
* congestion
* sneezing
* weakened senses of taste and smell
* scratchy throat
* cough
Infants and young children are more likely than adults and teens to develop a fever. Smokers usually have more severe symptoms than non-smokers.
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