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World J Virol. Mar 25, 2021; 10(2): 62-68
Published online Mar 25, 2021. doi: 10.5501/wjv.v10.i2.62
Published online Mar 25, 2021. doi: 10.5501/wjv.v10.i2.62
Table 1 Clinical differences between influenza and coronavirus disease 2019
| Characteristics | Clinical differences |
| Signs and symptoms | Influenza: Mild to severe illness, including common signs and symptoms. COVID-19: More serious illnesses in some people. Change or loss of taste or smell may be included |
| Incubation period | Flu: 1-4 d after infection. COVID-19: 5 d, but symptoms can appear as early as 2 d or as late as 14 d after infection |
| Duration of the symptoms | Flu: 3-7 d. COVID-19: 2-3 wk |
| Asymptomatic patients | Flu: 10%. COVID-19: A few 60% |
- Citation: Seki M. Trends in the management of infectious disease under SARS-CoV-2 era: From pathophysiological comparison of COVID-19 and influenza. World J Virol 2021; 10(2): 62-68
- URL: https://www.wjgnet.com/2220-3249/full/v10/i2/62.htm
- DOI: https://dx.doi.org/10.5501/wjv.v10.i2.62