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Is Body Temperature Reading Between 97.6 To 97.8 Indication Of Flu?

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Question : I have most flu symptom but my body temp is reading 97.6 to 97.8. Is this normal for a flu?
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Answered by Dr. Chobufo Ditah (-5 hours later)
Brief Answer:
Yes, it is normal!

Detailed Answer:
Hi and thank you so much for this query.

I am so sorry to hear about this flu. This temperature is normal. Flu treatments consists in managing each symptom. There are no specific drugs for this and healthy diet, regular exercise, fruits and vegetables would help shorten the recovery period.

I hope this helps. I wish you well. Thanks for using our services and feel free to ask for more information and clarifications if need be.
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Is Body Temperature Reading Between 97.6 To 97.8 Indication Of Flu?

Brief Answer: Yes, it is normal! Detailed Answer: Hi and thank you so much for this query. I am so sorry to hear about this flu. This temperature is normal. Flu treatments consists in managing each symptom. There are no specific drugs for this and healthy diet, regular exercise, fruits and vegetables would help shorten the recovery period. I hope this helps. I wish you well. Thanks for using our services and feel free to ask for more information and clarifications if need be.