A woman suddenly developed fever and body aches, with an axillary temperature of 37.4°C.
Jun 05, 2023
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Yang Shuwen
Introduction
Fever, also known as pyrexia, in women who suddenly develop a fever (measured axillary temperature of 37.4°C) accompanied by body aches, may be caused by viral influenza, systemic lupus erythematosus, leukemia, or other conditions. Infections with viruses such as influenza virus, coxsackievirus, and rhinovirus can all trigger viral colds. When the female body's cells are invaded by these viruses, an immune response is triggered.
Fever refers to an elevated body temperature. When women suddenly develop a fever of 37.4°C measured under the armpit along with generalized body aches, it may be caused by viral influenza, systemic lupus erythematosus, leukemia, or other conditions. The specific causes are analyzed as follows:
1. Viral Influenza
Infections caused by viruses such as influenza virus, Coxsackievirus, or rhinovirus can lead to viral influenza. When a woman's body cells are invaded by viruses, an immune response occurs, resulting in sudden fever (37.4°C) and generalized body aches. Medications such as ibuprofen sustained-release capsules or acetaminophen tablets may be used according to medical advice.
2. Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE)
Genetic factors, environmental influences, and abnormal estrogen levels may trigger systemic lupus erythematosus. In women, connective tissue damage may affect various organs and tissues throughout the body, leading to reduced immunity and organ damage, thereby causing the aforementioned symptoms. It is essential to promptly follow medical guidance for treatment with medications such as azathioprine tablets or cyclophosphamide for injection.
3. Leukemia
Viral infections, physical factors, and chemical exposures may contribute to the development of leukemia. In women, malignant proliferation of hematopoietic stem cells in the blood leads to a gradual increase in leukemia cells, which may spread throughout the body and cause abnormalities in organs such as the spleen and bone marrow. When the body's immune system responds, these symptoms may appear. Timely treatment under medical supervision with drugs such as afatinib maleate tablets or trastuzumab for injection is necessary.
In addition, sudden fever of 37.4°C measured under the armpit accompanied by generalized body aches in women could also be caused by conditions such as cerebral hemorrhage, lymphoma, or lung cancer. Patients are advised to maintain a positive mindset during treatment.
