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Scratchy throat, headache, dizziness and diarreah? is it flu or virus?

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Dr. Ibrahim Al-Sanouri answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine - Allergy & Immunology

Yes: This is true but it should not last more than one week if it does please seek medical attention.

Answered 10/7/2018

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