Word story Expand. Hypochondriac comes ultimately from the Greek word hypokhondria, which literally means âunder the cartilage (of the breastbone).â In the late 16th century, when hypochondriac first entered the English language, it referred to the upper abdomen.
Cold symptoms usually begin with a sore throat, which usually goes away after a day or two. Nasal symptoms, runny nose, and congestion follow, along with a cough by the fourth and fifth days. Fever is uncommon in adults, but a slight fever is possible.
Influenza symptoms typically include fever, chills, headache, muscle aches, sore throat, runny nose, and fatigue. Flu symptoms often start with a fever that comes on quickly. As the illness develops, your symptoms will likely be similar to those of the common cold; however, they will likely be more severe.