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How long does it take to recover from flu?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Very variable: That depends. The very old and very young can be especially hard hit by the flu. If there are other medical conditions like HIV, Diabetes, asthma etc - the can make recovery more difficult. Whether or not you had the flu shot or used antiviral medications also is a factor.

Dr Minich agreed

Answered 3/17/2020

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