Yes, You Can Actually Die From The Flu. Speculation about Prince's cause of death has left people wondering whether the flu can be fatal for otherwise healthy adults. Prince fans were shocked Thursday after hearing the news that the pop icon had suddenly died at the age of 57.
Allergy symptoms generally include congestion, sneezing, itchy eyes and coughing. If you have a sore throat with fever and body aches, itâs likely the result of a virus, like a cold or flu. Scratchiness is another way to determine if you have an allergy-induced sore throat.
You may be able to determine whether your cough is caused by allergies by keeping track of whether it comes and goes in certain situations. If your coughing magically stops when you step into an air-conditioned room on a dry, pollen-heavy day, or if gets worse every time you pet Mittens, you probably have allergies. If you're not sure what's triggering your allergic cough, your doctor can give you a skin test or blood test to pinpoint the allergy. 2. Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease One condition that can cause a nagging cough is COPD, a lung condition that includes chronic bronchitis and emphysema. COPD occurs when the airways and air sacs in the lungs become inflamed or damaged, most often due to smoking, and is more common after age 45.