Diseases

Influenza

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Flu is a colloquialism for influenza. The flu is an acute respiratory illness caused by influenza viruses a or b . Most people who get the flurecover completely in 1 to 2 weeks, but some people develop serious and potentially life-threatening medical complications, such as pneumonia.

SYMPTOMS

Pain areas: in the muscles, cough: can be dry or with phlegm, whole body: chills, dehydration, fatigue, fever, flushing, loss of appetite, body ache, or sweating , nasal: congestion, runny nose, or sneezing, also common: chest discomfort, head congestion, headache, nausea, shortness of breath, sore throat, or swollen lymph nodes

CAUSES

The flu is a contagious respiratory illness caused by influenza viruses that infect the nose, throat, and sometimes the lungs. It can cause mild to severe illness, and at times can lead to death. The best way to prevent the flu is by getting a flu vaccine each year.