flu complications
Post-viral health problems
Flu complications are the secondary illnesses that develop from influenza infection, particularly dangerous for the elderly, young children, and those with weakened immune systems.
Pneumonia is the most common and serious complication.
Others include sinus infections, ear infections, bronchitis, and worsening of chronic conditions like asthma or heart disease.
She recovered from the flu itself but was hospitalized with flu complications.
- pneumoniaInfected, inflamed lung tissue
- secondary infectionPathogen invading during another illness
- hospitalizationFormal entry into medical care
- intensive careSpecialized treatment for severe illness
- feverElevated body temperature
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Absence of illness
full health · wellness · robust health · clean bill of health
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