Why some influenza viruses are more dangerous than others

Why some influenza viruses are more dangerous than others

Serious infections with influenza A viruses are characterized by an excessive immune response, known as cytokine storm. It was previously unclear why some virus strains trigger these storms, while others do not. Researchers at the Paul-Ehrlich-Institut investigated 11 different influenza A virus strains and their effect on different human immune cells.

Why some flu viruses are more dangerous than others

Most people who catch the flu experience a few days of fever, fatigue, and coughing before recovering. But certain strains of influenza A viruses can cause severe illness, including pneumonia and even acute respiratory failure. Scientists have long wondered why some strains are so deadly while others cause only mild infections. A new study from […] The post Why some flu viruses are more dangerous than others appeared first on Knowridge Science R…