Question 1

can orchitis be caused by the flu?

Accepted Answer

Maybe: Orchitis is inflammation (redness, warmth, tenderness, swelling) of one or both testicles, generally caused by a viral or bacterial infection. Influenza virus (the flu) is one of the viruses that has been reported to occasionally cause orchitis as part of a generalized febrile illness.

Question 2

can tonsillitis be caused by the flu?

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See below: Tonsillitis is by definition, inflammation of the tonsils.  Therefore, flu could cause the tonsils to become inflamed.

Question 3

what can i do to treat body aches caused by the flu?

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Several things: This is a problem that necessitates a face-to-face meeting with your doctor.  This will allow him/her to examine you, ask specific questions. And possibly order tests to find out what's wrong and what to do to help you.

Question 4

what's an effective treament for a facial rash caused by the flu?

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Flu not the cause: The flu does not cause a facial rash but other viruses may. If it persists, see a dermatologist.

Question 5

my dad my grand parents from each side noone have baldness , my elder brother has baldness ,i had a flu few months back and i suspect i have telogen effluvium by the whitebulb present at the end of hair caused by the flu, could even i develp baldnes?

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: No, not at your age, you hair will regrow normally. Hair loss is common after a prolonged acute sickness with high fever. You might have Covid-19 infection at that time, not flu. I have seen many young men with hair loss after a moderate sickness due to Covid-19.

Question 6

i am pregnant with the flu, i have no fever , but i have a cough and nasal congestion i was wondering if the flu itself causes miscarriage or complications caused by the flu can cause miscarriage , i am really worried and would love help ?

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: The only way to tell if it is the flu is to get a nasal swab test.  I would be worried about COVID as well if it is going around where you live and you have not been vaccinated and/or not wearing a mask.   You should have gotten you flu shout by now I thought. Disuss with your Drs

Question 7

i have already had my period this month, about a week and a half ago, and i got the flu three days ago. i bled. could that be caused by flu?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Infections and the stress to your body, immune system and hormones can cause break thru bleeding.

Question 8

it started with pain in upper back caused by coughing with the flu bug. after about a month, it went to the ribs.  pain causes stomach to bloat.?

Accepted Answer

See your doctor: Symptoms like these are best deterimed by a thorough evaluation by your physician.  Based on his/her findings, a treatment plan can be developed to help you.

Question 9

would the flu cause lots of diarreia and frequent falling?

Accepted Answer

Most likely: With the flu you tend to get nausea, diarrhea and anorexia. This all leads to dehydration with resultant unsteadiness with standing. Keep drinking fluid!

Question 10

please explain which excatly causes you to die from the flu?

Accepted Answer

Influenza Deaths: Deaths related to influenza are due to complications such as: a secondary bacterial infection (like pneumonia) or due to worsening of pre-existing conditions (asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, congestive heart failure or immunodeficiency, etc.)

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My dad my grand parents from each side noone have baldness , my elder brother has baldness ,i had a flu few months back and i suspect i have telogen effluvium by the whitebulb present at the end of hair caused by the flu, could even i develp baldnes?

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I am pregnant with the flu, i have no fever , but i have a cough and nasal congestion i was wondering if the flu itself causes miscarriage or complications caused by the flu can cause miscarriage , i am really worried and would love help ?

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I have already had my period this month, about a week and a half ago, and i got the flu three days ago. i bled. could that be caused by flu?

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It started with pain in upper back caused by coughing with the flu bug. after about a month, it went to the ribs. pain causes stomach to bloat.?

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Would the flu cause lots of diarreia and frequent falling?

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Please explain which excatly causes you to die from the flu?

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