complications of flu
Some of the possible complications of the flu include: Dehydration. Bronchitis (inflammation of the bronchi, the airways that branch off the trachea) Ear infection (more common in children than in adults) Myocarditis (inflammation of the heart muscle) Myositis (muscle inflammation)
Pneumonia, viral (from the flu virus itself) or bacterial; Sinus infection (more common in children than in adults) Worsening of chronic medical conditions such as asthma, diabetes, or congestive heart failure. Viral Pneumonia. Pneumonia is a common complication of flu and one that can be life-threatening. The flu virus itself can cause viral pneumonia. Symptoms include shortness of breath, chills, fever, chest pain, sweating, cough with green or bloody mucus, increased heart rate, and bluish-colored lips or nails.