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I had a flu the other day and now i have diahrrea. my mom says that happens to everyone after the flu. is that true?
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Not uncommon: "traditional wisdom" (aka: dr mom) often describe this phenomenon as the illness "leaving your body." whatever the source, it is not uncommon, usually self-limited, and should go away after 1-3 bms.
Answered 3/26/2013
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