My husband has asthma and is sick with high fever and vomiting could he have the flu and should he go to the hospital?

Yes, see doctor: He could have the flu, and having asthma he could get severe complications. If he feels really sick, he should be seen by a doctor and treated as needed. This year's flu is more severe than last, so if he is confirmed as having the flu, the doctor could give him an antiviral medicine to help him fight it.

Probably: Probably not a bad idea. People with underlying asthma are at higher risk for complications from the flu. He can get the flu even if he's been vaccinated this year. He may benefit from Tamiflu, (oseltamivir) an antiviral drug, if given within the first 48 hours. Hope he feels better soon!

Fever: Flu mostly has respiratory symptoms and myalgia are the typical symptoms. If you have high fever and vomiting may have to reconsider the diagnosis, have it checked out.

Yes: Given the information you provided, your husband needs to see a doctor and going to the nearest emergency room is an option you may wish to use. A flu in a person with asthma can be serious.

Yes: This years' flu is at epidemic levels and there have been multiple tragic deaths as a result of it. It can overwhelm the body's defenses and with your husband having asthma, he is at a higher risk of having a poor outcome. he should be evaluated ASAP and made sure he is stable.