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A member asked:

Once my fever breaks, does that mean my symptoms for influenza will still be there?

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Usually yes: If a person has the influenza, her flu symptoms usually last longer than her fever symptoms.

Dr Sparacino agreed

Answered 12/9/2013

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Influenza: When fever subsides should become progressively better. Caution common for secondary pulmonary infection and pneumonia. If fever returns or breathing gets worse with purulent secretions see physician.

Answered 9/28/2016

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