Flu ache symptoms w/ no fever : Common Cold ? Posted: 06-05-07 06:22am
For 2 days now I have been having,
sporadically, the symptoms of flu-like
aches, chills, no fever. It lasts for
about 4 hours and then goes away. What
could be causing this? I ache at the
waist and neck like when you are about to
get the flu. I also feel fatigued.
Anyone have any suggestions?
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Cold, Flu and Viral Infections Answer A2878 Posted: 06-12-07 08:43am
Due to the symptoms you report -aches,
chills, no fever, fatigue... it seems that
you've been experiencing a common cold.
The flu is characterized by a high fever
(from 37,8 degrees Celcius up to 40
degrees) that is usually continuous. The
flu comes on suddenly and the symptoms are
much more severe than the common cold.
Additionally, these symptoms may be
present during other condition ...so
you'll want to check out the possibilities
with your primary physician. You can
first consult your general practitioner
and then seek a specialist for further
diagnosis. It is possible that you just
need rest.
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