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How to know if i'm coming down with the flu?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Symptoms: Flu symptoms may include: muscle aches ; pains, a fever above 100 degrees, headache, congestion, weakness, chills, increased sweating and coughing. Your doctor can test for the flu.

Dr Altman agreed

Answered 12/19/2013

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