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What Causes Body Chills With Shivering And Sweating?

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Posted on Mon, 3 Mar 2014
Question: my husband has experienced chills, shivering 2 nights ago as he goes to bed. But last night he woke up soaked in sweat. He hasn't had any other symptoms but should he see his doctor?
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Answered by Dr. Behar Greca (47 minutes later)
Brief Answer: It depends on his health condition... Detailed Answer: Hi, thank you for posting. I read your query very carefully and I understood it well. I hope I can help you. I think that your husband is affected from a respiratory virus. The immediately manifest of the symptoms is a convincing argue that it is a respiratory virus. In these cases acetominophen is used and your husband should drink a lot of fluids like juice and tea. He also needs a bed rest. If chills and fever continues for the last three days he should contact a general and family physician to find the diagnose. For any doubts ask me. Dr. Behar.
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would he need to see his doctor for antibiotics?
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Answered by Dr. Behar Greca (11 minutes later)
Brief Answer: If his health doesn't improve until tomorrow... Detailed Answer: Yes, he should contact the doctor for making a physical examination, a blood test to check leukocyte counts, urine test and if it is needed a pulmonary X-ray, only if his health condition doesn't improve for the next day. The result of the test will determine if antibiotic is needed. Antibiotic isn't necessary if it only a viral disease. Dr. Behar.
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What Causes Body Chills With Shivering And Sweating?

Brief Answer: It depends on his health condition... Detailed Answer: Hi, thank you for posting. I read your query very carefully and I understood it well. I hope I can help you. I think that your husband is affected from a respiratory virus. The immediately manifest of the symptoms is a convincing argue that it is a respiratory virus. In these cases acetominophen is used and your husband should drink a lot of fluids like juice and tea. He also needs a bed rest. If chills and fever continues for the last three days he should contact a general and family physician to find the diagnose. For any doubts ask me. Dr. Behar.