H1N1 and Seasonal Flu Symptoms Chart

H1N1 and Seasonal Flu Symptoms

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How can you tell if you have the seasonal flu or H1N1 (swine) flu? The symptoms for all flu, including H1N1, are similar, so it can be difficult and confusing to tell the difference. According to Flu.gov, H1N1 symptoms may be more severe and also include vomiting and diarrhea.

Seasonal Flu Symptoms:

Fever
Coughing and/or sore throat
Runny or stuffy nose
Headaches and/or body aches
Chills
Fatigue

H1N1 Flu Symptoms

Fever
Coughing and/or sore throat
Runny or stuffy nose
Headaches and/or body aches
Chills
Fatigue
Vomiting
Diarrhea

Contact your doctor if you experience the symptoms above. If you become ill and experience any of the following warning signs, seek emergency medical care.

Emergency Warning Signs in Children:

Fast breathing or trouble breathing
Bluish or gray skin color
Not drinking enough fluids
Severe or persistent vomiting
Not waking up or not interacting
Being so irritable that the child does not want to be held
Flu-like symptoms improve but then return with fever and worse cough

Emergency Warning Signs in Adults:

Difficulty breathing or shortness of breath
Pain or pressure in the chest or abdomen
Sudden dizziness
Confusion
Severe or persistent vomiting
Flu-like symptoms improve but then return with fever and worse cough

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Published on November 13, 2009

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