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Can flu like symptoms be a symptom of depression ? i'm feeling crushingly low at the moment and don't see much of a future if i always feel like this.

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Dr. James Van norman answered

Sometimes the flu: Can cause these symptoms but you should talk with your doctor as it sounds like your depression might be getting a little worse.

Answered 12/12/2014

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A member asked:

Can flu like symptoms be a symptom of depression ? i'm feeling crushingly low at the moment and don't see much of a future if i always feel like this.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. James Van norman answered

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