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Why does the flu cause back and stomach pains?
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Almost all infections, viral and bacterial cause release of inflammatory mediators. One of the side effect of these mediators is muscle ache/pain. It is a normal reaction. Flu may also cause inflammation in the stomach that would result in stomach pain. Get Flu and Covid vaccines.
Answered 12/11/2021
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