10 Influenza B Symptoms
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7. Shortness of Breath
Not being able to catch your breath can be scary, and this is a possible symptom for those with influenza B. The infection causes the airways to swell and mucus to accumulate in the lungs. This makes it more difficult for air to pass through the patient’s airways, resulting in shortness of breath.6‘Pneumonia: Symptoms, Treatment, Causes & Prevention.’ Cleveland Clinic, my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/4471-pneumonia.
Resting and avoiding overexertion can help keep this symptom at bay. Emergency medical assistance is in order if the person has severe shortness of breath, trouble breathing or exhibits rapid breathing.2‘Influenza (Flu).’ Mayo Clinic, Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research, 19 Dec. 2020, www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/flu/symptoms-causes/syc-20351719.
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