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What Causes Runny Nose While Suffering From Flu?
My 5 year old Grandaughter was just diagnosed with the flu. She has NONE ( fever, aches, cough, nausea, etc.) of the symptoms associated with the flu. The only thing She has is a lot of is mucus associated with a runny nose. She has allergies. Thank you in advance for your help.
Mon, 9 Jul 2018
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Please note that flu has the prominent feature of nasal secretions as runny nose .
It may be present without other flu symptoms as cough or fever or body pains .
Give plenty of fluids to child , physical rest and decongestant nasal drops .
She will get symptom free in a week .
I hope I have solved your query .
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With Regards , Dr Varinder Joshi .
I have reviewed your query and here is my answer .
Please note that flu has the prominent feature of nasal secretions as runny nose .
It may be present without other flu symptoms as cough or fever or body pains .
Give plenty of fluids to child , physical rest and decongestant nasal drops .
She will get symptom free in a week .
I hope I have solved your query .
Let me know if I can assist you further in this query .
With Regards , Dr Varinder Joshi .
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