Symptom combination
Fever and Muscle Pain
21 conditions commonly cause both fever and muscle pain in India.
Conditions causing both symptoms
Dengue fever [classical dengue]
Moderate
high fever, severe headache, pain behind eyes, joint pain
ℹ️ within 24 hours
Leptospirosis icterohemorrhagica
Emergency
high fever, yellowing of eyes, severe headache, muscle pain
ℹ️ immediately - requires hospitalization
Urban yellow fever
Emergency
high fever, severe headache, muscle pain, nausea
ℹ️ immediately
Drug-induced systemic lupus erythematosus
Moderate
joint pain, skin rash, fever, fatigue
ℹ️ within 1 week
Other ehrlichiosis
Serious
high fever, severe headache, muscle pain, fatigue
ℹ️ within 24 hours
Junin hemorrhagic fever
Emergency
high fever, severe muscle pain, bleeding gums, vomiting blood
ℹ️ immediately
Other arenaviral hemorrhagic fevers
Emergency
high fever, severe weakness, muscle pain, bleeding
ℹ️ immediately
Arenaviral hemorrhagic fever, unspecified
Emergency
high fever, bleeding gums, severe headache, muscle pain
ℹ️ immediately
Frequently asked questions
What causes fever and muscle pain together in India?
Common conditions that cause both include:
Dengue fever [classical dengue], Leptospirosis icterohemorrhagica, Urban yellow fever, Drug-induced systemic lupus erythematosus, Other ehrlichiosis.
When should I see a doctor for fever and muscle pain?
See a doctor within 24 hours if symptoms are severe,
persistent beyond 2 days, or worsening. Call 112 for any emergency.
Important: This is general health information only — not medical advice.
Always consult a qualified doctor. Emergency: call 112.
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