Flu Like Symptoms
Reviewed: Dr. Mera
6. Runny Nose
When you get the flu, there is a good chance that you will need to keep a box of tissues nearby. This is because, when we are sick, our immune system will begin to send the production of our nasal mucous (snot) into overdrive. It can also be because the nasal lining becomes irritated and inflamed, also leading to excess mucus production.
A runny nose is more commonly associated with the common cold than with the flu, but some people with flu do get the symptom. Some patients will also get a stuffy nose, and this is caused when inflammation of the nasal passage causes it to become blocked.
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