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A member asked:

My body aches and i have been sick for 3 weeks is it the flu ?

4 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
Dr. SG Erman answered

Doubtful: The flu causes fever, aches and pains, and a hacking cough. Three weeks is a long time for it to last, in an otherwise healthy person. I suggest seeing your family practitioner. You may have a complication of the flu, such as pneumonia, etc.

Dr Ferdowsi agreed

Answered 9/28/2016

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Dr. John Chiu answered

Something else: Likely from something else. See your doctor soon.

Dr Eitner agreed

Answered 8/7/2013

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