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A member asked:

I have been getting really sick before my period. i throw up, develop a fever and have flu like symptoms. what can be the cause? is this normal?

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Dr. Bryan Kurtz answered

Get evaluated: No, this is not normal. You need to be evaluated by your MD.

Answered 10/1/2018

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