Influenza (flu) - Symptoms and causes

The influenza virus causes the common respiratory illness known as the flu. A fever, headache, body aches, coughing, and a runny or stuffy nose are all common signs. If you have a underlying medical condition, big problems can happen.

What is the difference between the flu & common cold?

Runny noses and coughing are typical symptoms of both the common cold and the flu. However, while the symptoms of a cold are typically mild, those of the flu can be severe and have serious consequences. The flu and colds are caused by various viruses.

Influenza Virus Symptoms and Causes:

Due to their similar symptoms, it can be difficult to tell a cold from a flu. How to tell which one is which is as follows:

What are the Symptoms of the flu?
Typically, the following symptoms of the flu appear quickly:

• Fever.
• Chills.
• Aches in the body.
• Cough.
• Headache.
• Throat irritation.
• Nose that runs or gets stuffy (congestion).

What causes the flu?

Influenza is caused by viruses. These viruses are released into the air when an infected person coughs, sneezes, or speaks. The droplets can be inhaled directly. Alternately, after touching an instrument like a computer keyboard, you can contract the virus by touching your mouth, nose, or eyes. 

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