In this Explained video, Dr. Megan Tierney, an internal medicine primary care physician, explains viral infections, including their differences and common symptoms.
Dr. Tierney debunks the myth that the color of phlegm indicates a bacterial infection and highlights that viruses, such as rhinovirus and influenza, are often responsible for these symptoms.
She offers valuable tips for symptom management and when to seek medical advice. Dr. Tierney also stresses the importance of prevention through vaccinations, handwashing and other measures to reduce the risk of viral infections.
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