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Flu/alcohol
I think I have the flu but I had a couple of drinks. With the nasal swab test for the flu, will the results show anything about the alcohol I had?
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Dr. Vinay S Bhat
ENT/ Otorhinolaryngologist
15 yrs exp
Bangalore
Nasal swabs are done to identify organisms responsible for flu so that appropriate treatment can be started and sinister causes for flu are ruled out. It won't show any signs of alcohol consumption
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Consult nearby doctor for more information about nasal swab testing and treatment thereafter
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