A 37-year-old female asked:
I have had the flu for the past 8 days. i am feeling better just a little tired. i am experiencing severe leg muscle pain and knee joint aches?
2 doctor answers • 2 doctors weighed in

Dr. Michael Sparacinoanswered
Family Medicine 39 years experience
Par for the course: This is to be expected. If it persists, see your doctor.
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Dr. Tracy Lovellanswered
Internal Medicine - rheumatology 23 years experience
See your doctor: See your doctor if these symtoms do not improve soon. Rare, but flu can cause rhadomyolysis which affects the muscles and can be a serious condition.
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Last updated Mar 29, 2018
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