Headache and Muscle Ache: Signs and symptoms
Signs and symptoms
A headache as result of a viral flu infection can be severe and tends to be located around the frontal area of the head, including behind the eyes. Ocular symptoms may also accompany a flu headache, including photophobia, red eyes, epiphora, and a burning sensation of the eyes.3
Muscle aches that present in the flu can range from mild to severe. Such pains tend to present in the back, arms, and legs.3
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Questions to ask your patient
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When to refer your patient for further care
As other serious conditions may mimic flu symptoms, the patient should be referred to a physician for further evaluation if experiencing:
Understanding headaches and muscle aches
Patient care resources
Access a leaflet for your patients, which can help them understand the causes of headaches and muscle aches, and how best to treat them.
