How long does the flu last in children?

How long does the flu last in children?

My 11 year old son has the flu and its been a week. How long does the flu last in children?

4 Answers

Dr. Monique M. Child

Pediatrician

Anchorage, AK

See a pediatrician ASAP

Dr. Karen Marie Walker

Pediatrician

Oak Park, IL

Influenza symptoms in children usually last from 7-14 days, with the worse of the symptoms the first 7 days.
Dr. Walker

Alicia Pino

Pediatrician

Pittsburg, KS

7-10 days on average. If he has any other conditions such as asthma, respiratory symptoms may last longer.

Dr. Susan Lynn Robbins

Pediatrician

Hattiesburg, Mississippi

Usually about a week but the dry cough can last 6 weeks. If he gets sudden high fever or worsening he can have a secondary bacterial infection and needs to be seen right away.