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My friend recently got the flu for the past week. he told me that his body is in pain, especially his kidneys when he coughs. what should we do?

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Dr. Robert Killian answered

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Go to the Doctor: It is not flu season in the U.S. I am sorry, but he has something else and with his symptoms he needs medical attention urgently. He does not have the flu.

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Answered 7/16/2014

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A member asked:

My friend recently got the flu for the past week. he told me that his body is in pain, especially his kidneys when he coughs. what should we do?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Robert Killian answered

Dr Minich and 2 doctors agreed

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