Question 1

can you have the flu without a fever?

Accepted Answer

Yes you can : Some patients with flu have mild illness without fever.

Question 2

can you have the flu without respiratory symptoms? (have body aches, chills, and fever instead)

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Possible, unlikely: It is unusual to have influenza without cough and often other respiratory symptoms, e.g. sore throat. It could happen, but any number of other medical conditions probably are more likely. Such symptoms can be very serious:  check with a doctor ASAP, especially if fever is high or chills continue. Good luck!

Question 3

can you have the flu, without any cold, cough, or congestion
symptoms? i have chills, fever, listlessness, no energy. it started with vomiting, but none since.

Accepted Answer

The : The most common symptoms of flu according to the center for disease control are: 
-fever (usually high) 
-headache 
-nausea, vomiting or diarrhea 
-fatigue 
-sore throat 
-runny nose or congestion 
-cough 
-body aches

unfortunately, it is difficult to diagnose the flu based on symptoms alone since many other illnesses can cause similar symptoms.  Most viral illnesses start to improve after 3-4 days.  If you are not staring to feel better in this time frame, you should give your doctor a call for an appointment.  Good luck!

Question 4

typically how high does a fever get when you have the flu?

Accepted Answer

: It usually does not get higher than 104 degree F.
Get Flu vaccine along with Covid vaccine.

Question 5

can you get the flu on the summer? also can you have the flu even if you don't  have a fever? (i rarely get fever unless i'm very sick)

Accepted Answer

Flu: You may get flu in the summer though flu is not common in summer time. flu is common in fall and winter. Usually flu cause high fever, body aches and malaise. If you don't have a fever, it may be other viral infections or some other medical conditions.

Question 6

have the flu with a fever of 101.3 f. should i be kept warm or cool when you have the flu? i don't know if keeping warm will make my temp rise or not. or is it generally good to just stay comfortable?

Accepted Answer

: Stay comfortable. You may take acetaminophen for fever and aches, no more than 4 g in one day, no alcohol. Drink enough water, fruit juice to keep your urine mostly colorless. 
Even if you have flu, it may be another viral infection, it would be prudent to get flu vaccine in 4-6 weeks.

Question 7

is a heart rate over 100 bpm normal if you have the flu/fever?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Generally when you have a fever your heart rate increases, drink plenty of fluids to keep hydrated and get plenty of bed rest, if you are still concern see your doctor.

Question 8

for 3 days i have all over body aches, like when you have the flu. no fever, and i dohave an appetite. my throat is just a little scratchy but not bad?

Accepted Answer

Could be viral: Could just be a viral illness or could a throat infection or just even a cold. If the symptoms continue past 5 days then see a physician for further work up. Drink plenty of fluids and make sure to force yourself to eat to make sure you have energy. Also get plenty of rest.

Question 9

can black mold make you feel like you have the flu? covid is negative! im weak, body hurts, no appetite, horrible sinus issues, short of breath doing anything. cant smell or taste (no fever) can black mold be the cause of all these symptoms?

Accepted Answer

: You need to be retested for Covid-19. It is not uncommon to have a false negative test.  Your symptoms are quite consistent with Covid-19 infection. By my experience, if you have problem with smell and taste, Covid-19 disease is rarely severe, especially for a woman.

Question 10

how to know if i have the flu or just an average fever?

Accepted Answer

Do you mean flu vs: cold? Common cold symptoms include: Cough, congestion, watery eyes, sneezing, sore throat, mild headache, low grade fever &amp; mild body aches. According to Mayo Clinic Flu sxs may include “Fever over 100F (38C), Aching muscles, especially in your back, arms and legs, Chills &amp; sweats, Headache, Dry Cough, Fatigue and weakness, Nasal Congestion.”

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Can you have the flu without a fever?

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Can you have the flu without respiratory symptoms? (have body aches, chills, and fever instead)

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Can you have the flu, without any cold, cough, or congestion symptoms? i have chills, fever, listlessness, no energy. it started with vomiting, but none since.

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Typically how high does a fever get when you have the flu?

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Can you get the flu on the summer? also can you have the flu even if you don't have a fever? (i rarely get fever unless i'm very sick)

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Have the flu with a fever of 101.3 f. should i be kept warm or cool when you have the flu? i don't know if keeping warm will make my temp rise or not. or is it generally good to just stay comfortable?

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Is a heart rate over 100 bpm normal if you have the flu/fever?

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For 3 days i have all over body aches, like when you have the flu. no fever, and i dohave an appetite. my throat is just a little scratchy but not bad?

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Can black mold make you feel like you have the flu? covid is negative! im weak, body hurts, no appetite, horrible sinus issues, short of breath doing anything. cant smell or taste (no fever) can black mold be the cause of all these symptoms?

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How to know if i have the flu or just an average fever?

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