Comparison Charts for H1N1 Flu vs. Seasonal Flu vs. Cold

Comparison Charts for H1N1 Flu vs. Seasonal Flu vs. Cold

Symptoms Fever

Chills Headache Aches and pains, muscle aches, chest discomfort Fatigue and weakness

Extreme Exhaustion Stuffy/Runny Nose Sneezing Sore throat Cough

Gastrointestinal symptoms Onset

Infectious Period

H1N1 Flu Usually present but not always, > 100?

Yes Yes Yes, often severe

Fatigue, may be severe

Not Stated Yes Yes Yes Yes

Diarrhea, vomiting possible

Rapid onset, 3-5 hours, hits hard with

fever, aches pain H1N1 virus may be able to infect others from 1 day before getting sick to 5-7 days after. This can be longer in children

and people with weakened immune

systems.

Influenza

Usually present and high (102-104);

typically lasts 3-4 days Common

Very Common Very Common Often severe

Mild

Cold (Viral URI) Uncommon, if present, typically low grade ( ................
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