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

[Pages:1]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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