Is It The Flu or The Cold?
Are you starting to not feel so good and are wondering if it is the cold or the flu? The flu is caused by the influenza virus, which is how it got it’s name, whereas the common cold is caused by many different viruses. The symptoms can be quite similar, however, they should be treated differently because colds do not cause the same health issues that the flu can. Wondering if you are feeling cold symptoms or flu symptoms? Keep reading to learn more about the difference between flu symptoms and the cold, and how to sign up for a Flu Symptom Clinical Study in Los Angeles to start feeling better ASAP.
What Are Flu Symptoms?
Because flu and the common cold have similar symptoms, it can be difficult to tell the difference between them based on symptoms alone. In general, flu is worse than the common cold, and symptoms are typically more intense and begin more abruptly. Colds are usually milder than flu. People with colds are more likely to have a runny or stuffy nose than people who have flu. Colds generally do not result in serious health problems, such as pneumonia, bacterial infections, or hospitalizations. Flu can have serious associated complications.
Flu symptoms include:
- Fever or chills
- Persistent cough
- Sore throat
- Shortness of breath
- Runny or stuffy nose
- Muscle or body aches
- Headaches
- Fatigue
What Are Cold Symptoms?
According to the CDC, cold symptoms are usually milder than the symptoms of flu. People with colds are more likely to have a runny or stuffy nose. Colds generally do not result in serious health problems.
If you are suffering from the cold, you will be experiencing the following:
- A gradual onset of symptoms
- Fatigue
- Sneezing
- Stuffy nose
- Sore throat
Symptoms that are uncommon with the cold, but are more associated with the flu, include:
- Fever
- Body aches
- Chills
- Cough
- Headache
Flu Symptoms Clinical Study in Los Angeles
There are many health conditions that mimic flu symptoms, such as COVID, HIV, pneumonia, meningitis, and many more. If you are feeling symptoms that are more closely related to the flu rather than a cold, it is important to get a health exam to ensure you are not experiencing any serious health issues.
The Flu Symptoms Clinical Study in Los Angeles can offer the following:
- Complimentary health consultation and exam to determine the source of your flu symptoms
- Complimentary lab reports you can keep
- Complimentary study-related medications made of cutting-edge research and technology
This and every study conducted at Los Angeles Clinical Trials meets all industry safety guidelines, is governed & monitored by a central ethics committee, and offers guaranteed compensation for your time and travel.
If you’re feeling flu symptoms, click here to fill out a quick form with your contact information!
For more information or to sign up today to get pre-qualified, visit us at LosAngelesClinicalTrials.com!