{"id":52917,"date":"2017-12-27T15:52:37","date_gmt":"2017-12-27T14:52:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/doctenablogdv.wpenginepowered.com\/how-do-you-tell-the-difference-between-a-cold-and-the-flu\/"},"modified":"2026-03-09T14:13:49","modified_gmt":"2026-03-09T13:13:49","slug":"how-do-you-tell-the-difference-between-a-cold-and-the-flu","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.doctena.blog\/en\/blog\/preventive-health-screenings\/how-do-you-tell-the-difference-between-a-cold-and-the-flu\/","title":{"rendered":"How do you tell the difference between a cold and the flu?"},"content":{"rendered":"

Treatment<\/strong><\/h3>\n

In the event of an established influenza-like illness, the course of action is case-by-case and includes individual measures to limit the spread of the disease, combined with individualized treatment.<\/p>\n

In its classic benign form, the flu only requires symptomatic treatment: first of all rest and good hydration with a treatment adapted to the symptoms encountered.<\/p>\n

In case of chronic pathologies such as diabetes or heart failure for example, an adaptation of the background treatment may be necessary, in particular the prescription of antivirals (which are effective if prescribed in the first 48 hours of the beginning of clinical signs).<\/p>\n

The treatment is defined by the doctor<\/a>.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>

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Prevention<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Simple measures can reduce the risk of transmission of the influenza virus. Basic notions of hygiene appear to be essential, especially hand washing. Cleaning can be done either with soap and water or with a hydro-alcoholic solution by rubbing for 20 to 30 seconds for a more effective cleaning.<\/p>\n

The primary means of preventing influenza is vaccination. The World Health Organization recommends annual vaccination for – in order of priority – :<\/p>\n