The CDC lists the following as symptoms of the coronavirus, the flu, and the common cold. It is important to understand these symptoms as your first symptoms are developing so you can seek the appropriate medical care.
COVID-19
- Fever
- Cough
- Shortness of Breath
- WHO also states “The most common symptoms of COVID-19 are fever, tiredness, and dry cough. Some patients may have aches and pains, nasal congestion, runny nose, sore throat or diarrhea. These symptoms are usually mild and begin gradually.”
Flu
- Fever or feeling feverish/chills (though not everyone with flu will have a fever)
- Cough
- Sore throat
- Runny/stuffy nose
- Muscle/body aches
- Headaches
- Fatigue
- Some may have vomiting and diarrhea, though this is more common in children than adults
Cold
- Sneezing
- Runny/stuffy nose
- Sore throat
- Cough
- Mucus dripping down your throat
- Watery eyes
- Fever (though most people with colds do not have fever)