Shortness of breath and Shivering or rigors
Coronavirus
Shortness of breath and shivering or rigors can be a symptom of coronavirus (COVID-19). Read more about coronavirus or use our Coronavirus Risk Assessment to check your risk.
Conditions
Chest infection
Pneumonia is inflammation (swelling) of the tissue in one or both of your lungs.
Symptoms of this condition may include:
- Cough
- Shivering or rigors
- Shortness of breath
- High temperature
- Unusually tired
Our Health A-Z contains more information on Chest infection.
If you are worried about this condition you can try our free AI Symptom Checker here.
Diphtheria
Diphtheria is a contagious bacterial infection that mainly affects the nose and throat.
Symptoms of this condition may include:
- High temperature
- Sore throat
- White spots on tonsils
- Shivering or rigors
- Difficulty speaking
Our Health A-Z contains more information on Diphtheria.
If you are worried about this condition you can try our free AI Symptom Checker here.
Important: If you have these symptoms, they may be unrelated to any of these conditions listed. If you are concerned about your symptoms then you should see a doctor.
