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If someone close to me has influenza an now i am very sick does that mean i have it now?
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Yes it may be: Yes it may be if you have the samy symptoms with high fever,head and bodyache,cough and congestion etc If in doubt consult your doctor
Answered 10/17/2016
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You might have flu: Your contact with someone with influenza does put you at risk of developing an influenza infection. However, many other microbes (viruses, bacteria) can cause influenza like symptoms. Only laboratory testing can confirm if you have an influenza infection.
Answered 5/11/2017
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