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My Grandson who has just turned 10 is into his 4th week of illness. It started with a sore throat and very nasty cough ,he is normally quite Bronchial so nothing too unusual there. From there it progressed tp An almost constant headache and some vomiting. The most prevalent and long lasting thing is his tiredness. He sleeps or rests all day and everyday. Not much interested in food (which he loves) or his other love Soccer. He has been tested for Glandular Fever but negative. The Doctor thinks he has what he called a real Flu. How long should we wait and what should we do?
Hello, Influenza usually resolves after 2-3 weeks. If he has been sick for 4 weeks then he needs to return to see his doctor as soon as possible to be reevaluated. It is not normal for an illness to last this long in a 10 year old boy. Please take him back to the doctor today. Regards
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How Long Does It Take For Flu To Run Its Course?
Hello, Influenza usually resolves after 2-3 weeks. If he has been sick for 4 weeks then he needs to return to see his doctor as soon as possible to be reevaluated. It is not normal for an illness to last this long in a 10 year old boy. Please take him back to the doctor today. Regards