Chills: Symptoms & Signs (Rigors, Shivering)

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Alternate Names : Rigors, Shivering

When a person complains of chills, a healthcare provider may ask:

when they started

how often they occur

whether the person has noticed a fever or felt ill

whether the person has been around others that are sick

whether any other symptoms are present, such as nausea, weight loss, sore throat, or a rash

what other medical problems a person has, if any

what drugs, herbs, medications, or other therapies a person takes, if any

whether or not a woman may be going through menopause

Other questions, such as a person's sexual practices, may also be asked in certain settings.

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Author: Adam Brochert, MD
Reviewer: Gail Hendrickson, RN, BS
Date Reviewed: 03/29/01

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