What should I do to cure this flu?

What should I do to cure this flu?
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answer:Stay warm. Keep Hydrated. Rest. Repeat. Keep doing that until you feel better. I personally use OTCs to help break the fever and to reduce stuffiness, but time itself “cures” the flu.
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