10 Diphtheria Symptoms
Reviewed: Dr. Mera
Symptom #2: Fever and Chills
Fever occurs when the set point of body temperature is elevated above normal. It is a nonspecific symptom that can be seen in many diseases and infections. In diphtheria, patients usually experience a low-grade fever. The fever will be accompanied by other symptoms, such as sore throat, hoarseness, cough, headaches, and difficulty breathing.
When the set point of body temperature increases, the body tries to reach the higher temperature. Chills or rigors often accompany a fever, which cause a sensation of cold as well as shivering. The repeated muscle contractions caused by shivering help increase body temperature as the body continuously tries to produce and conserve more heat.
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