10 Ebola Symptoms
Reviewed: Dr. Mera
Symptom #1: Fever
Fever is also known as a febrile response or pyrexia where there is a temperature that is higher than the normal range. This is an increase in the body’s temperature set point. This increase causes muscle contractions and the sensation of being cold. The contractions result in more heat production and increased efforts for heat conservation.
Fever is present in more than 90% of patients suffering from Ebola. It usually is a high-grade fever that may or may not come with chills. Fever is a non-specific symptom because many conditions may cause the temperature to rise as well.
