Question 1

what can cause reoccurring flu like symptoms come and go monthly?

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Need more info: If you are having unexplained fever, chills, sweats and body aches (assuming unrelated to menses or ovulation) then see md to exclude autoimmune disorder.

Question 2

flu-like symptoms, severe lower abdominal pain, and black/brown period blood are some reoccuring symptoms. what is wrong?

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See your doctor: With these symptoms, you need to be seen by your doctor for a complete evaluation.

Question 3

i have flu like symptoms. im not sure if its covid-19?

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Neither am I: While Covid and the Flu have many symptoms in common, they also have entirely different presentations. Call yourGeneral Physician and ask if you should be tested. If so, go get tested. Anything else would just be a guess.

Question 4

i have flu like symptoms ?

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Flulike symptoms : Rest at home, drink plenty of fluids and take over the counter medicine like acetaminophen or ibuprofen. If you develop high fever, persistent cough or difficulty breathing, consult your local health care provider for further advice.

Question 5

hi,
i have flu like symptoms.

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Please contact PCM:  Sx's could be from a variety of causes including COVID 19. COVID 19 sx’s: dry cough, shortness of breath, chest tightness, nasal congestion, fever, headache, sore throat, feeling tired, loss of sense of taste/smell, decreased appetite, nausea, diarrhea, vomiting, chills &amp; muscle aches.

Question 6

what causes flu like symptoms to come and go?

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May not be flu: Many illness can have symptoms like having the flu. The real flu typically lasts for 2-3 weeks (though you may feel run down longer).  If your symptoms are lasting longer you may want to see a doctor to get a diagnosis.

Question 7

what to do if every time i eat i get flu like symptoms?

Accepted Answer

Sounds uncomfortable: If this is a pattern- would seek medical assessment. Take care.

Question 8

please tell me what to eat if you have flu like symptoms?

Accepted Answer

Supportive care: The flu will run its course between 7-14 days
stay hydrated with fluids
use tylenol (acetaminophen) or ibuprophen ( advil) for aches fever and pains if you are able to take them
rest
eat quality foods ( low fat).

Question 9

i have flu like symptoms but it has been almost three weeks now?

Accepted Answer

Prolonged: Typical viral flu like illnesses usually run their course in a week or so. At this time you should consult your physician who will take a thorough history of your symptoms and a system review, perform a physical examination and order any appropriate tests in order to make a diagnosis. Are symptoms respiratory, gastrointestinal, urinary, dermatological? Then proceed from there.

Question 10

what's a way to differentiate between a flu and flu-like symptoms?

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See below: This is a very hard question to answer simply and briefly.  There are many types of illnesses that can appear like influenza but are not.  For general upper respiratory illnesses vs flu, differences can include extreme malaise and muscle aches for the flu and not for the simply uri.  If you have specific concerns, see you doc.

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