Key signs you may have pneumonia - and it's all to do with your cough View 5 Images

The cold, flu, runny nose, sniffling and nasty coughs are all common at this time of year, but how can you distinguish between the common cold and pneumonia? Understanding the difference between a common cough and a potentially serious lung infection could be vital as the sooner you get help, the quick your recovery.

To help people with the warning signs, Dr Claire Agathou, co-founder of the A-Z General Practice at The Wellington Hospital, part of HCA Healthcare UK, outlined precisely what pneumonia involves, its primary symptoms and when to seek medical attention.

What is pneumonia? View 5 Images

The doctor explained: "Pneumonia is an infection of the lungs which causes inflammation in the tiny air

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