Dexter Consolidated Schools
M.S. and H.S. Health Office
Sue Chianta, R.N.
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Dexter Consolidated Schools |
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M.S. and H.S. Health Office |
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Sue Chianta, R.N. |
SYMPTOMS |
COLD |
FLU |
| Fever | Rare |
Usual; high 100 to 102 degrees occasionally higher,especially in young children, lasts up to 3-4 days. |
| Headache | Rare |
Common |
| General Aches, Pains | Slight |
Usual;often severe |
| Fatigue, Weakness | sometimes |
Usual;can last up to 2 to 3 weeks |
Extreme Exhaustion |
Never | Usual; at the beginning of the illness |
| Stuffy Nose | Common | Sometimes |
| Sneezing | Usual |
Sometimes |
| Sore Throat | Common | Sometimes |
| Chest Discomfort, Cough | Mild to moderate; hacking cough | common; can become severe |
TREATMENT |
Antistamines Decongestant Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory medicines |
Antiviral medicines- see your doctor |
PREVENTION |
Wash your hands often Avoid close contact with anyone with a cold |
Annual vaccination;antiviral medicines- See your doctor |
COMPLICATIONS |
Sinus congestion Middle ear infection Asthma |
Bronchitis, pneumonia; can be life threatening. |