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What Are The Symptoms Of Flu?

Hello, I am a male who had vaginal intercourse with worker at a brothel abroad recently. I used a condom. It s not something I ve ever done before or will do again, so it s not a frequent thing. A little less than a week after the incident I developed flu like symptoms. I had a moderately bad productive cough, weakness/fatigue, etc. The cough subsided after 4-5 days, but I m still experiencing fatigue and and weakness particularly in my legs after another week. I m not used to symptoms lasting this long. I know it s more likely I caught something on the trip or the long flight home, but I very rarely get sick and the consistency of the flu like symptoms I see online have me very worried. I fully intend to get tested as soon as it would be feasible. But it s only been about 2 weeks and in the mean time my anxiety is off the charts. I d like to know if my symptoms are at all consistent or something to worry about. Any advice or consul would be much appreciated.
Fri, 22 May 2015
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Hi dear!

Thanks for consulting the Physicians at HealthCare Magic. I have worked through your case thoroughly, and I can easily realize your health worries. Being your physician, I reassure you not to worry as things will settle down very soon.
Don't worry, it's just a flu and nothing more than that. You may visit your physician for any throat or sinus infection. He may prescribe some medications.


May you get very well soon and have a wonderful time ahead. Please don't forget to give your valuable feedback to help us assist you in a better way.



Regards!

DR. HANIF

PHILADELPHIA, USA
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What Are The Symptoms Of Flu?

Hi dear! Thanks for consulting the Physicians at HealthCare Magic. I have worked through your case thoroughly, and I can easily realize your health worries. Being your physician, I reassure you not to worry as things will settle down very soon. Don t worry, it s just a flu and nothing more than that. You may visit your physician for any throat or sinus infection. He may prescribe some medications. May you get very well soon and have a wonderful time ahead. Please don t forget to give your valuable feedback to help us assist you in a better way. Regards! DR. HANIF PHILADELPHIA, USA