I'm inclined to think the two month cycle is unusual.
Agreed. Especially if it’s the flu.
“Is it flu or cold symptoms?”… http://www.webmd.com/cold-and-flu/cold-guide/flu-cold-symptoms?page=2
I hate having to spend a week in bed every 8 weeks or so.
Bedridden and unhappy 11% of life is an extremely high cost - I would spend the money to see a doctor.
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