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What kinds of complications is a person more likely to have if they catch the flu while recovering from a pe?
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Pneumonia: Common complications of the flu are bronchitis and pneumonia, and if one's lungs are already compromised by a pulmonary embolism or pleural effusion, the risk of this happening is even higher. The flu is also likely to increase complications of diabetes, congestive heart failure and asthma.
Answered 2/5/2019
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