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I contracted flu a, the symptoms are now gone for about 5 days. my thighs though still ache some. is it normal to still have some aches after the flu?

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Dr. Albert Pizzo answered

Aches: Yes. It is not unusual to have some aching for several days after the flu.

Dr Munshower and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 4/16/2014

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A member asked:

I contracted flu a, the symptoms are now gone for about 5 days. my thighs though still ache some. is it normal to still have some aches after the flu?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Albert Pizzo answered

Dr Munshower and 2 doctors agreed

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