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Jan 27, 2023 · The most common early symptoms are: Sudden high fever (over 100.4 degrees F) Chills. Generalized muscle aches. Malaise (a general feeling of unwellness) Tiredness. Headache (usually extending across the forehead and behind the eyes)
Jan 10, 2024 · Common symptoms of the flu often — but not always — include a fever as well as aching muscles, chills and sweats. Other symptoms include: Headache. Dry, persistent cough. Shortness of breath. Tiredness and weakness. Runny or stuffy nose. Sore throat. Eye pain. Vomiting and diarrhea also are flu symptoms.
Nov 19, 2018 · A slight tickle in your throat, body aches, and a sudden fever could be some of the first signs that you’re coming down with the flu. The influenza virus (or flu for short) affects up to 20...
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Oct 3, 2022 · Flu Symptoms. Influenza (flu) can cause mild to severe illness, and at times can lead to death. Flu symptoms usually come on suddenly. People who have flu often feel some or all of these symptoms: fever* or feeling feverish/chills. cough. sore throat. runny or stuffy nose. muscle or body aches. headaches. fatigue (tiredness)
- Sudden or excessive fatigue. Shorter days and reduced sunlight can make you feel tired. There’s a difference between being tired and experiencing extreme fatigue.
- Body aches and chills. Body aches and chills are also common flu symptoms. If you’re coming down with the flu virus, you may mistakenly blame body aches on something else, such as a recent workout.
- Cough. A persistent dry cough can indicate an early illness. It may be a warning sign of the flu. The flu virus can also cause a cough with wheezing and chest tightness.
- Sore throat. Flu-related coughing can quickly lead to a sore throat. Some viruses, including influenza, can actually cause a swollen throat without a cough.
Fever above 100 F. Severe aches in your muscles and joints. Weakness or severe fatigue. Warm, flushed skin and red, watery eyes. Chills. A headache. A dry cough. A sore throat and runny nose....
Oct 11, 2022 · Symptoms often include fever, head and body aches, coughing and a stuffy or runny nose. You’re at risk for serious complications if you have an underlying health condition or are pregnant. Getting vaccinated every year is the best way to avoid getting sick with the flu.