Difficult to say: Flu is usually diagnosed based on local disease patterns and symptoms. There are confirmatory tests which can check for Type A or B influenza if there is need to confirm and if treatment is an option. Usually, they are swabs of the mucus produced during symptoms. Current medications for treating flu have guidelines about who would need them.
Answered 10/24/2017
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Influenza?: 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.”
Answered 2/23/2015
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