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Baby under 1 year old cannot recover from influenza?

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Dr. Keith Ramsey answered

Specializes in Pediatrics - Adolescent Medicine

See doctor: You should see the doctor for help. There may be additional infections that need antibiotics.

Answered 11/24/2013

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I don't understand: Babies under 1 year old can certainly get influenza- most will recover fine, after a week or so of feeling lousy. For these younger children, they may become sicker from the flu than older kids. They are more prone to secondary infections (ear infections, pneumonia, etc) and may get more easily dehydrated. All family members and all children over 6 months, should have a flu vaccine once a year!

Answered 12/4/2013

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