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Is it a Cold? Or the Flu?

Is it a Cold? Or the Flu?

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Sniffles. Sneezing. Coughing. Wheezing. Yep, it's that time of year again: cold and flu season. But which of the two do you have'a common cold, (which will resolve itself in a few days) or the flu (which can be much more serious and could require a visit to your doctor)? Here's a look at the most common symptoms to help you gauge which ailment you're dealing with. Probably the flu if you have: ''body aches ''chills ''a dry cough ''fatigue, particularly extreme fatigue ''a fever ''a headache Probably a cold if you have: ''sneezing ''a sore throat ''a stuffy nose ''a wet, or phlegmy, cough

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