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Can i get the flu again right after getting over it? i haven't been sick or showing anymore symptoms in probably 4 or 5 days it's back now

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Different Virus?: You can get infected with a different virus and consult your doctor.Were you treated with Tamiflu or just supportive therapy.

Answered 1/9/2017

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Flu like symptoms : There are many strains of flu viruses and even more of other viruses that can also cause symptoms similar to the flu. So it is possible that you can have similar symptoms after recovering.

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Can i get the flu again right after getting over it? i haven't been sick or showing anymore symptoms in probably 4 or 5 days it's back now

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