At first, the flu may seem like a common cold with a runny nose, sneezing and sore throat. Colds usually develop slowly. But the flu tends to come on suddenly. And while a cold can be miserable, you usually feel much worse with the flu. Common symptoms of the flu include:  Fever Aching muscles Chills and sweats Headache Dry, persistent cough Shortness of breath Tiredness and weakness Runny or stuffy nose Sore throat Eye pain Vomiting and diarrhea, but this is more common in children than adults   Related information COVID-19 vs. flu: Similarities and differences - Related informationCOVID-19 vs. flu: Similarities and differencesCOVID-19, cold, allergies and the flu: What are the differences? - Related informationCOVID-19, cold, allergies and the flu: What are the differences? 
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