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Shivering

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Shivering

ID 198

Shivering is the shaking of muscles by the body in an attempt to warm itself up, or as a response to fever. The muscles' shaking expends energy, which creates warmth.

Symptom classification

Body areaEntire Body

Conditions linked to this sign/symptom

6

Drugs where this is listed as a side effect

2

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