why do my legs ache when I'm having a fever?
So I'm in my deathbed right now, fever and chills and pain everywhere but especially on my legs. Why? Whatever I caught seems to be attacking my throat. Is the leg pain directly caused by the virus, or is it a defense mechanism of my body? Thanks
The bones in your upper legs are one of those (together with your hips) that have a persisting high bone marrow density, which produces a high amount of white blood cells during infection. This means that the bone marrow is populated by a much higher number of cells, which creates "pressure".
Interesting! Now I'm curious if double amputees are at a greater risk of infection.
Let us know what you find out.
Full-body aches due to shivering from a high body temperature. However there can be other serious reasons, for those you should consult a doctor.
My muscles ache every time I run a fever. No matter how I adjust my body I'm in pain. I don't know how common it is but people usually look at me funny when I say it's the worst part about getting sick for me. I always assumed it had something to do with my muscles still recovering from the gym when the fever shuts my body down.
You should consult a doctor asap.
It could be related to more blood flow to the brain and less to extremities.
.. I am not a doctor. Recommend asking a doctor.