10 Signs of Pneumonia
Reviewed: Dr. Gromatzky
Pneumonia Sign #9: Aches and Pains
In the early stages, pneumonia is often mistaken for a cold. As the infection develops and the symptoms worsen, it is often mistaken for a bad case of the flu. This means that it is not usually diagnosed as quickly as it could be. Pneumonia causes various symptoms that are similar to the flu, including aches and pains.
Such aches and pains are a result of the body doing what it can to fight against the infection. It might be uncomfortable for the time being, but it is an important process in protecting the body against disease. The symptoms will pass once the infection has been successfully treated.
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