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A member asked:

There's a cold type virus going around massachusetts. how long does it last? will antibiotics help? should i see my physician?

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Flu: Yes, you need to see your physician to make right diagnoses and offer appropriate treatment. Self treatment can lead to complications.

Dr Altman and another doctor agreed

Answered 5/1/2016

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