It is far from abnormal for older adults to suffer from chills and shivering. This is, of course, most likely to occur during the winter months and affect those who cannot afford to heat their homes properly. It is natural to assume that this is just a winter chill that will go away when the weather improves, or they can heat their homes properly. With all the usual explanations for chills well to the forefront, it is simple to understand why another symptom of this serious disease often gets missed. The patient might not take the trouble to go the doctor with a chill, and even if he goes, the doctor will be inclined towards one of the common diagnosis options.

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