10 Symptoms of Measles
Symptom #8: Body Aches and Pains
Measles, like many other infections, interferes with the functions of many body systems. This can lead to symptoms like body aches and pains which are not directly linked to the infection. Additionally, more energy is used by the body’s defense mechanisms to fight the infection. This can mean that body functions that are not directly involved in fighting the infection may be starved of energy.
Infection may also cause localized irritation. In case of measles, the throat, the rest of the upper respiratory system and eyes are usually irritated. The body may also go through shivering and fever. All these changes can lead to general body aches and pains.
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