Richard Soper MD: When Should You Worry About Your Flu?
Influenza, more commonly known as flu, is a respiratory illness caused by a virus. It is normally spread by coughs and colds of an infected individual and is highly contagious. Direct contact with the infected person may also cause the other person to catch the flu. Although flu is considered a minor health issue that goes away in a few days, I, Richard Soper MD, believe that sometimes we need to be aware of some severe complications that arise from it. When most people catch the flu, it merely means a need for a few days off work or school. However, there are cases where flu can be potentially deadly because of complications and infections. Continue reading to know some signs that reveal when you should take your flu more seriously. Bloody, green, or yellow mucus One of the most common symptoms of flu is cough, but when you start coughing up bloody, green, or yellow mucus, it could indicate signs of pneumonia. Since people recovering from flu have reduced immune function, they...