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How do i know if i have avian flu? what are the symptoms of avian flu in humans? how do i know if i have avian flu or a regular virus?
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Avian FLU: Symptoms of avian flu include fever, cough, sore throat, muscle aches & pains & occasionally conjunctivitis or gastrointestinal symptoms. The standard flu and avian flu can look quite similar - medical tests would differentiate them.
Answered 3/8/2013
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Exposure to dead or: You only get avian flu if you are exposed to dead or sick poultry.It is rare condition in humans if you have not been exposed to sick or dead poultry you do not have to worry about avian flu.
Answered 3/8/2013
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