A member asked:

Throat pain and itchiness, joint pain, night sweats,fatigue. do i have the flu? or something more serious such as throat cancer? it's been 6 days.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Flu: Are those the choices in your mind? flu or throat cancer (in a 24 year old)? do you have history of anxiety or obsessive-compulsive disorder? why would you think "throat cancer"? and how would throat cancer cause joint pain? sounds like the flu. Stay well hydrated, rest, treat symptoms supportively, and stop all alcohol and tobacco use. If not improving in 2-3 days, will need medical attention.

Answered 7/6/2017

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