Telling the difference between a cold and the flu can often be a tricky job, even for professionals. However, when it comes to cold and flu treatments there are important facts you need to know.
Health professionals know that common flu symptoms are different from cold symptoms. Not only do flu symptoms tend to start more suddenly, they also feel more severe and can last for longer. i However, the main difference between cold and flu is that flu is caused by a different group of viruses altogether. ii
According to the NHS, common flu symptoms such as a sudden fever over 38°C, a dry cough, an aching body and feeling exhausted, can all come on very quickly. iii