19 Most Common Symptoms Of Endocarditis You Should Never Ignore

Chills

Chills

When the inflammatory cytokines reach the heart, they are received and interpreted by the brain as an ongoing infection. The brain increases the temperature threshold in the body and gives a signal to the rest of the tissues in order to create and conserve more heat. Chills are involuntary muscle movements intended to increase body temperature as a result of brain signals.