When it comes to respiratory infections, one of the biggest challenges for families and healthcare providers is distinguishing between different viruses that cause nearly identical symptoms. Human metapneumovirus (HMPV) is a prime example. This virus often presents with clinical signs that strongly resemble influenza (the flu), leading many people to mistake one for the other….
Month: November 2025
The role of fever in HMPV diagnosis
Fever is one of the body’s most recognizable warning signs that something is wrong. When it comes to respiratory infections, fever often plays a central role in helping doctors and families understand the presence and severity of an illness. Human metapneumovirus (HMPV), a virus that can affect both children and adults, frequently presents with fever…