What is the difference between influenza and common cold? <\/strong>\u00a0<\/strong> Common cold is caused by viral infections (e.g., rhinovirus, coronavirus, adenovirus).\u00a0 <\/strong>While some symptoms of a cold may resemble those of influenza, influenza typically lasts longer than a cold and is more severe. Fever and myalgia are more typical of influenza, but in some cases, severe colds (especially in children) can also cause mild fever. <\/em>\u00a0<\/p> <\/div> What are the complications of influenza? <\/strong>\u00a0<\/strong> Pneumonia, myocarditis, myositis and acute respiratory distress syndrome are possible outcomes for just a small portion of influenza patients. Hospitalization and even death may result from these issues. Although those with pre-existing medical illnesses are at a higher risk of complications from influenza, healthy individuals can also experience complications