10 Smallpox Symptoms
Reviewed: Dr. Mera
Symptom #1: Fever and Chills
Fever or pyrexia refers to the elevation of the set point of body temperature beyond the normal range. The increased set point of body temperature results in the muscle contractions of the body to generate heat and the sensation of feeling cold. This is known as chills and rigor.
Fever, chills, and rigor are non-specific symptoms that are seen in many diseases and infections. Fever in smallpox is at least 38.8 degrees Celsius or 101 degrees Fahrenheit. Fever is the body’s natural response in fighting off an infection.
