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A member asked:
Friend started feeling sick saturday. by tuesday, he went to the hospital. result: the flu, with a throat infection. how long will he be contagious?
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Flu: for at least as long as he has flu symptoms. If you were exposed already you may develop symptoms as well. Contact your doctor if you get sick.
Answered 11/28/2014
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