Korin Miller is a freelance writer specializing in general wellness, sexual health and relationships, and lifestyle trends, with work appearing in Men’s Health, Women’s Health, Self, Glamour, and more. She has a master’s degree from American University, lives by the beach, and hopes to own a teacup pig and taco truck one day.
Many respiratory viruses make the rounds in fall and winter, making this prime time to brush up on your knowledge of common illnesses. But if you or a family member suddenly gets sick, it can be tricky to know if you’re dealing with one of the big three respiratory viruses going around now—COVID-19, flu, and RSV. So, what are the symptoms of COVID-19, flu, and RSV and, more importantly, how can you tell them apart? Infectious disease doctors say it can be tricky.
”The way the illness starts can also provide a clue, he says. Flu is known for coming on hard and fast, for example. If you suddenly develop symptoms and it feels like they came out of nowhere, Dr. Russo says it can be a “hint” that you may have the flu. “At the end of the day, testing is key,” Dr. Russo says. While there is now only a home test for COVID-19, your doctor can give you a test to see if you have the flu or RSV, he points out.
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