I've had what I think is the flu for over 2 and a half weeks. I did get a flu shot so I think it prevented me from being really sick as I know some people have been. From what I've heard this year it is taking many different forms. Mine started with waking up one morning with very stiff neck on my right side. When about 3 days later it started moving to my shoulder and my back I figured it wasn't a muscle issue but a bug. Then it went to my ears, first one then the other and then both. Then a head cold. I've not been sick sick, didn't need to stay in bed, but just achiness. The flu is very prevalent right now in South Florida. I've heard that it generally takes 3 weeks to get over. I'm glad I got the shot and wasn't sicker. But it's been a nuisance. I think I'm slowly getting over it now. Good luck to everyone. Stay away from other people.