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Can the flu cause insomnia? i literally haven't slept in two nights
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It is possible : Usually people experience fatigue and increased sleep during the flu. It is possible to experience insomnia with the flu. Sometimes medication taken for flu symptoms can cause the insomnia.
Answered 11/18/2020
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