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I have the chills
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Content updated on Sep 6, 2022
About the symptom
Shivering or chills is where the muscles of the body tense and relax repeatedly. This warms up the body. This may have many causes including, low temperatures, infections, or fever.
When to see a doctor
Seek professional care if you experience any of the following symptoms
Gross hematuria
Difficulty breathing / breathlessness
Edema
Peripheral cyanosis
Repeated fever above 38 ℃
Possible causes
- Common cold (upper respiratory tract infection)
Viral infection of the nose and throat. Symptoms include coughing, runny nose and throat pain. The majority of colds are caused by viruses; a small number are caused by bacteria instead.
- Hypothyroidism
A disorder where levels of thyroid hormone in the body are abnormally low. These hormones are needed for growth, development and metabolism.
- Meckel's diverticulosis
Meckel's diverticulum is an outpouching or bulge in the lower part of the small intestine. The bulge is congenital (present at birth) and is a leftover of the umbilical cord.
- Bacterial gastroenteritis
- Cystitis
- Influenza
Related serious diseases
- Pneumonia (lower respiratory tract infection)
Inflammation of the lungs. Symptoms include cough, increased phlegm and fever. Some patients may experience breathlessness and chest pain. The most common cause is a bacterial infection.
- Deep-seated mycosis
- Hypothermia
- Aspergillus
Questions your doctor may ask about this symptom
Your doctor may ask these questions to check for this symptom
Do you feel cold or chilly?
Are there people around you with the same symptoms?
Are you breathless or having hard time breathing?
Do you have any rash on your skin?
Do you have headaches or does your head feel heavy?
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Seiji Kanazawa, MD, PHD
Obstetrics and gynecology (OBGYN)
National Center for Child Health and Development, Japan