Know The Difference Between Cold And Flu Symptoms
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Do you have chest discomfort?
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Severe chest discomfort is common with a cold
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Severe chest discomfort is common with the flu
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Is it a cold? Or the flu? How do you know? A doctor friend of mine sent this out in a paper form. I converted it to an online quiz. I hope it helps.
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Are you sneezing?
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Sneezing is uncommon with the flu
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Sneezing is uncommon with a cold
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Sneezing is uncommon with both a cold and the flu
Correct Answer
A. Sneezing is uncommon with the fluExplanation
Sneezing is uncommon with the flu because the flu primarily affects the respiratory system, causing symptoms such as fever, cough, sore throat, and body aches. Sneezing is more commonly associated with a cold, which is caused by different viruses. Sneezing is a reflex action that helps to expel irritants from the nasal passages, but it is not a typical symptom of the flu.Rate this question:
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Do your symptoms include a headache?
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Headache is common with the flu
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Headache is common with colds
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Headache is common with colds and with flu
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A. Headache is common with the fluExplanation
up to 80% of all flu cases have headachesRate this question:
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Did you symptoms develop slowly?
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Colds come on gradually
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The flu has a gradual onset
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Both colds and flu onset gradually
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A. Colds come on graduallyExplanation
The flu has a rapid onset withing 3 to 6 hours. The flu hits hard and includes symptoms such as high fever aches and pains. Colds develop slowly over several days.Rate this question:
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Do you have body pain?
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Colds rarely produce severe aches
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The flu rarely produces sever aches
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Both the flu and colds produce severe aches
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A. Colds rarely produce severe achesExplanation
The correct answer is "Colds rarely produce severe aches." This means that it is uncommon for colds to cause severe body pain. While both the flu and colds can cause aches, the severity of the aches is usually less with colds.Rate this question:
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Do you have a fever?
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Fever is common with colds
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Fever is common with the flu
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Both flu and colds produce a fever
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A. Fever is common with the fluExplanation
Fever is usually present with the flu in up to 80% of all flue cases. A temperature of 100 degrees or higher for 3 to 4 days is associated with the fluRate this question:
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Stuffy nose is not common with the flu
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True
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False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
Stuffy nose is common with a cold but rare with the fluRate this question:
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Do you have a sore throat?
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Sore throats are a symptom of colds
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Sore throats are a symptom of the flu
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Sore throats are not associated with either
Correct Answer
A. Sore throats are a symptom of coldsExplanation
A sore throat is a common symptom of colds. When a person catches a cold, the virus causes inflammation and irritation in the throat, leading to discomfort and pain. Other symptoms like a runny nose, cough, and congestion often accompany a sore throat during a cold. While sore throats can also occur with the flu, the given options only mention colds as the cause. Therefore, the correct answer is that sore throats are a symptom of colds.Rate this question:
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Do you have chills?
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Chills are associated with both colds and flu
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Chills are uncommon with a cold
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Chills are uncommon with the flu
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A. Chills are uncommon with a coldExplanation
Chills are uncommon with a cold because a cold is a milder respiratory illness caused by a viral infection, typically affecting the nose and throat. Chills, which are characterized by shivering and feeling cold, are more commonly associated with the flu. The flu is a more severe respiratory illness caused by the influenza virus, and it often presents with symptoms such as high fever, body aches, and chills. Therefore, it is unlikely for someone to experience chills when they have a common cold.Rate this question:
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Do you feel very tired?
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Tiredness is slight when you have a cold
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Tiredness is moderate to severe with the flu
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Neither the flu nor colds make you tired
Correct Answer(s)
A. Tiredness is slight when you have a cold
A. Tiredness is moderate to severe with the fluExplanation
Tiredness is a common symptom of both cold and flu, but the severity of tiredness differs between the two. When you have a cold, tiredness is usually slight, meaning it is not very intense or severe. On the other hand, with the flu, tiredness is moderate to severe, indicating that it can be more intense and debilitating. Therefore, the correct answer states that tiredness is slight when you have a cold and moderate to severe with the flu.Rate this question:
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Do you have a hacking, productive cough (mucus-producing)
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Hacking cough is common with both flu and colds
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Hacking cough is common with the flu
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Hacking cough is common in colds
Correct Answer
A. Hacking cough is common in coldsExplanation
Persons with the flu often have a cough, but it is usually not mucus-producing. It is referred to as a dry coughRate this question:
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Is this quiz a substitute for medical advice?
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No, it's just a quiz
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You should always consult your doctor
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This quiz is just for fun, please see your doctor for actual medical advice
Correct Answer(s)
A. No, it's just a quiz
A. You should always consult your doctor
A. This quiz is just for fun, please see your doctor for actual medical adviceExplanation
The given correct answer states that the quiz is not a substitute for medical advice and that one should always consult a doctor for actual medical advice. It also mentions that the quiz is just for fun. This means that the quiz does not provide professional medical advice and should not be relied upon for any health-related decisions. It emphasizes the importance of seeking guidance from a qualified medical professional for any medical concerns or advice.Rate this question:
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