Viral pneumonia is a lung infection caused by the flu, the common cold, and other viruses. Learn about its causes, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, and more.

However, bacterial pneumonia tends to have more severe symptoms that can come on gradually or suddenly. Viral pneumonia symptoms tend to develop over a few days after coming in contact with the virus.

Symptoms associated with viral pneumonia are often overlooked as they are similar to cold or flu. Dr Samir Garde revealed, “This includes symptoms like dry coughing, fever, pain or discomfort in ...

Actor Val Kilmer, 65, died of pneumonia this week, his daughter confirmed. Dr. Marc Siegel discusses common causes and risks of the respiratory virus.