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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?
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Par for the course: This is to be expected. If it persists, see your doctor.
Answered 3/29/2018
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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.
Answered 10/4/2016
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