When the dreaded flu season arrives, many people assume that every ache or sneeze is because of the influenza virus. Symptoms can be misleading, though – especially a fever. Here’s what you need to know about how the flu, or something else, could be causing your fever. What Is The Flu? The flu, or influenza, is a virus that attacks the body. It causes a respiratory illness as the virus infects the sinuses, throat, and ...