Upper Respiratory Infections
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Symptoms
cold versus flu
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questions for doctor
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congestion
cough
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wheezing
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Upper Respiratory Infections Symptoms
Symptoms of upper respiratory infections include:
Body aches
Cough
Mild
ear pain
Fatigue
Fever
Headache
Loss of appetite
Throat redness
Runny nose
Nasal congestion
Sneezing
Sore throat
Eye tearing
For more information:
Pharyngitis symptoms
Bronchitis symptoms
Sinusitis symptoms
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Upper Respiratory Infections Symptoms: Cold Versus Flu
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Last Updated: Sep 8, 2008
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