10 Viral Infection Symptoms
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5. Headache
Many types of viral infections come with a headache. Both the common cold and influenza often present with a headache that may require extra hydration and treatment with over-the-counter painkillers.3NHS Choices, NHS, hereforyouhampshire.nhs.uk/ColdOrFlu.html.
Headaches can also be a symptom of more serious viral infections, such as viral meningitis. If a headache is particularly painful and is accompanied by sensitivity to light, speak to a doctor. If symptoms are severe, you may need medical attention right away.4‘Viral Infections.’ Sepsis Alliance, 18 Sept. 2020, www.sepsis.org/sepsisand/viral-infections/.
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