cold/flu

The Common Cold and Flu in Burbank

The Common Cold (Caused by Many Different Viruses) 

Cold symptoms usually are mild. They often include a tickly throat, a runny or stuffy nose, and sneezing. If there’s a fever, it is not high.. There is no test for the common cold, and no specific treatment. It just needs to run its course.

The Flu (Caused by the Influenza Virus)

You have a fever that comes on suddenly, with chills, a headache, and body aches. You can have a sore throat, runny nose, and cough. And they if you feel generally miserable and tired and don’t have much of an appetite. Some people even have belly pain, nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea.  

A doctor can check if someone has the flu by doing a test that looks for the flu virus

First Symptoms 

  • Mild headache or slight body acne
  • Sneezing
  • Throat irritation or sore throat
  • Runny nose
  • Nasal congestion
  • Increased body temperature
  • Pressure in your face and ears
  • Loss of taste and smell

Cold/Flu Doctor Near Me 

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