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I was just diagnosed with strep, flu test was negative. i have a deep cough in my chest and incessant chills/fever. should i get re-checked for flu?

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Strep treated also?: You could be retested but without the data I will not be able to advise more. You have a cough. You have a fever. Have you had a chest films? You may need flu therapy also so recheck with your physician

Answered 3/26/2018

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A member asked:

I was just diagnosed with strep, flu test was negative. i have a deep cough in my chest and incessant chills/fever. should i get re-checked for flu?

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