No matter where you live, winter often brings colds and flu. And, these are nothing to just sneeze at. As a kidney transplant patient, you are taking immunosuppressant medications, but you're really at no greater risk for catching such common virus infections than anyone else. However, it is always best to avoid colds and flu if possible, since these disorders might affect the health of your kidney. Know the difference , since colds rarely cause complications, but flu can be serious.
Colds start gradually, while flu hits suddenly.
High temperatures are common with the flu, but seldom occur with colds. Flu frequently causes chills, headaches and muscle pains. The best way to avoid getting sick is to use common sense. If someone in your household becomes sick, you've probably already been exposed. So there's no need to have them leave or to move out yourself.