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Is the flu considered a viral infection?


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Flu :

  1. Influenza, also known as the flu, is a contagious respiratory illness caused by the Influenza A or Influenza B viruses.
  2. As a result, flu is classified as a viral infection because viruses are the primary cause.
  3. The flu is a viral infection that affects your respiratory system, including your nose, throat, and lungs.
  4. The flu is a common term for influenza, but it is not the same as stomach "flu" (viruses that cause diarrhea and vomiting).

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