A member asked:

I feel warm but have body temp of 96.2, haven't slept much due to congestion/runny nose and severe headache. is this the flu or cold?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Robert Uyeda answered

Does not: sound like influenza, without high fevers or GI symptoms. Most likely a viral illness. If it persists for more than a week or so, see a doctor for proper treatment.

Answered 1/23/2015

3.3k views

Thank

More of what we treat

Content on HealthTap (including answers) should not be used for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment, and interactions on HealthTap do not create a doctor-patient relationship. Never disregard or delay professional medical advice in person because of anything on HealthTap. Call your doctor or 911 if you think you may have a medical emergency.

Get Virtual Care

For Businesses

About Us

HealthTap Online Primary Care Doctors Accepting New Patients

A member asked:

I feel warm but have body temp of 96.2, haven't slept much due to congestion/runny nose and severe headache. is this the flu or cold?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Robert Uyeda answered

Related Questions

A member asked:

I have the flu I think. Congestion and slightly tight chest with stuffy nose and slight headaches coming and going. Can I get a consultation and sick note for this type of sickness via video call or is this not feasible.

A member asked:

Me and my 7 year old have a bad cough nasal congestion and headache, since she was exposed to flu do u think we are getting it?

A member asked:

I have no appetite, nasal congestion, and fatigue. I thought I had the Flu, but I don't have a cough or headache or anything like that. What could it be?

A member asked:

Hi I have flu and my symptoms are nasal congestion, headache and I had a sore throat but my throat is cleared now,coughing but that also subsided just congestion an a headache that come and goes, does this mean I must go test for covid?

A member asked:

Fever up to 103.5, sore throat, dry cough, congestion, white post nasal drip, mild chest discomfort, headache, sweats and chills. Can it be flu?

Sponsored Content

People also searched for:

I'm 15 weeks pregnant and I've got the flu, body aches, headache, congestion, runny nose and poor appetite. what can I take to alleviate symptoms?

I have muscle aches, headaches, a sore throat, nasal congestion, but no fever. Is it a cold or the flu?

Hi, I just wanted to know if anyone has any idea what Im fighting? Wet cough, fever, chills, headache, post nasal drip, chest congestion, and fatigue. Clinic said it wasnt COVID or flu but, its stronger than a regular cold. No pneumonia?

43 yr old M with slight phlegm cough, yet no nasal congestion, with headache in the temples/eyes and evening fever? Flu, cold, sinus infection??

Flu symptoms with no fever or coughing. Have sore throat, sore body, blocked ears, headache, shortness of breathe, blurry vision, nasal congestion and feeling light headed. Possible COVID or just regular flu? Should I get tested?

Telemedicine

Primary Care

Manage Your Conditions

Women's Health

Children's Health

Men's Health

Senior Health

Wellness, Prevention & Lifestyle

Sexual Health

Mental & Behavioral Health

Travel Medicine

Urgent Care

Didn't find what you're looking for?

More of what we treat

Allergies

Antibiotics

Asthma

High Blood Pressure

Prescriptions

Type 2 Diabetes

For Businesses

Company

Health Content

Join Us

Download HealthTap

Questions?