Flu Vs Cold Vs Allergies Chart
The symptoms of a cold, the flu, and allergies are very similar, making it hard for many to tell the difference. The chart below can help guide you to know the difference between these conditions. Learn more about the difference between coronavirus and allergies here.
COVID-19, the common cold, seasonal allergies and the flu have many similar symptoms. Find out about some of the important differences between these illnesses. The flu and cold are caused by diferent viruses.
Allergies are the result of your immune system overreacting to a substance called an allergen, such as mold or ragweed, which is usually harmless. Your symptoms may vary. If you have any cold, COVID-19, or flu-like symptoms, talk with your doctor, get tested, and stay home.
*If you are having trouble breathing and your quick-relief medicine is not helping your asthma symptoms, call your health care provider or seek medical attention immediately. Not sure whats causing your sniffling, sneezing, or coughing symptoms? Is it COVID-19, the flu, a cold or seasonal allergies? It can be difficult to tell these illnesses apart. Use the chart below to help identify what condition you may be experiencing.
Flu symptoms vs. cold symptoms The signs and symptoms of flu can include fever or feeling feverish/chills, cough, sore throat, runny or stuffy nose, muscle or body aches, headaches, and fatigue (tiredness). Cold symptoms are usually milder than the symptoms of flu.
People with colds are more likely to have a runny or stuffy nose.
