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Is there any truth to sweating out a flu?

Asked by nonexpert (568points) July 6th, 2012

My parents always used to tell me to “sweat it out” when it comes to a cold or flu. Does heating up your body temperature under many blankets or sheets actually shorten the duration of a sickness?

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