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I want to know what is the difference between the flu and a virus that has flu like symptoms?
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Different viruses: The differences are that they are caused by different species of viruses that can have common symptoms but can have different frequencies and severities of complications. Influenza, parainfluenza, RSV and coronaviruses all can present with identical symptoms.
Answered 1/12/2015
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