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What are the symptoms and treatment for influenza?
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Symptoms of influenza include fever, sore throat, coughing, runny or stuffy nose, body aches and fatigue. Treatment for influenza involves rest, fluids, over-the-counter medications, such as acetaminophen or ibuprofen, to reduce fever, and maintaining good hygiene to keep from spreading the virus. In some cases, a doctor may prescribe an antiviral medication to treat the flu.