Does the flu come with a fever?

Yes, fever is common. While your body is fighting the infection, try to eat light, warm vegetarian foods like moong dal khichdi or hot tomato soup. Avoid dairy and heavy foods as they can make you feel more congested.

Yes, it typically does, but keep in mind that thyroid issues can sometimes affect how your body regulates temperature. If you get frequent infections with or without fever, it is a good idea to get your thyroid levels checked and follow up with your doctor.

I was just reading about this on a medical blog because half my office is down with cold. It turns out that while fever is a classic symptom of influenza, you can definitely have the flu with a completely normal temperature. It's so tricky!

Fever is one of the most common signs of the flu, but it doesn't happen to everyone. Some people just get body aches, a sore throat, and a dry cough without any temperature. Keep warm, drink fluids, and rest up.

Usually a high fever is what distinguishes flu from a common cold. If you do have a fever, just take steam twice a day, drink warm water, and rest under a thick blanket. There's no need to panic, it usually passes in 3-4 days.