| Signs and symptoms | Influenza | Cold |
| Symptom onset | Abrupt | Gradual |
| Fever | Usually; lasts 3-4 days | Rare |
| Aches | Usually; often severe | Slight |
| Chills | Fairly common | Uncommon |
| Fatigue, weakness | Usual | Sometimes |
| Sneezing | Sometimes | Common |
| Stuffy nose | Sometimes | Common |
| Sore throat | Sometimes | Common |
| Chest discomfort, cough | Common; can be severe | Mild to moderate; hacking cough |
| Headache | Common | Rare |
Norton Children’s Medical Group
Same-day appointments available with our pediatricians at offices throughout Louisville and Southern Indiana.
