Signs and symptoms of flu

Posted: 01/09/13 at 5:05 pm EST

People who have the flu often feel some or all of these signs and symptoms:

-- Fever* or feeling feverish/chills
-- Cough
-- Sore throat
-- Runny or stuffy nose
-- Muscle or body aches
-- Headaches
-- Fatigue (very tired)Some people may have vomiting and diarrhea, though this is more common in children than adults.

*It’s important to note that not everyone with flu will have a fever.

This information is from the Center for Disease Control.

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