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influenza (flu)

influenza (flu) is an infection, caused by a virus, that makes you feel very sick, often with fever, headache, body aches, and coughing.

people often use the term "flu" to describe a cold or a stomach virus. but influenza isn't a stomach problem (although some young children may have vomiting and diarrhea), and it usually feels much worse than a cold.

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