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A member asked:

What to do if my throat hurts and my nose is running and my head hurts what could this be is it just he flu?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Maybe: According to Mayo Clinic Flu sxs may include “Fever over 100F (38C), Aching muscles, especially in your back, arms and legs, Chills & sweats, Headache, Dry Cough, Fatigue and weakness, Nasal Congestion.” If sore throat is the prominent issue then consider med eval.

Answered 11/2/2014

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