Viral Pneumonia Symptoms: Signs, Risks & What to Do
The symptoms of viral pneumonia can range from mild to severe, and they may include:
- Fever
- Chills
- Cough (dry or with sputum)
- Shortness of breath
- Difficulty breathing
- Chest pain or tightness
- Muscle aches
- Fatigue
- Headache
- Sore throat
- Runny nose
- Sneezing
- Loss of appetite
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Diarrhea
In some cases, viral pneumonia can also lead to:
- Acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS): A serious condition in which the lungs are unable to get enough oxygen to the body's organs.
- Sepsis: A life-threatening condition in which the body's inflammatory response to infection damages its own tissues.
- Multi-organ failure: A condition in which several organs in the body fail to function properly.
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