Is the Flu Different for Women and Men?
By Seth Czarnecki
Reviewed by QualityHealth's Medical Advisory Board
Because of chemical and anatomical differences, women and men experience various conditions differently. From migraines to depression to heart disease, gender plays a large role in how we undergo, and recover from, various ailments. According to some studies, influenza is no exception.
Researchers at Durham University theorize that men experience more intense coughs and colds due to the physiology of their brains.
According to lead researcher Amanda Ellison, PhD, men have more temperature receptors in the brain, so they're more likely to "feel rougher," as reported by The Telegraph.
https://www.qualityhealth.com/flu-articles/flu-different-women-men
