ddx for high grade intermitent fever and describe their symptomes
1. Malaria: Symptoms include chills, high fever, sweating, fatigue, muscle aches, and headache. Symptoms may occur in cycles, with fever spiking every few days.
2. Typhoid fever: Symptoms include high fever, weakness, stomach pain, headache, and sometimes a rash. Fever can be intermittent and may be accompanied by other symptoms such as constipation or diarrhea.
3. Viral infections (such as Dengue fever or Zika virus): Symptoms may include high fever, headache, joint and muscle pain, rash, and fatigue. Fevers may come and go, and other symptoms may vary depending on the specific virus.
4. Tuberculosis: Symptoms include prolonged cough, weight loss, fatigue, and night sweats. Fever may be intermittent and often accompanied by other respiratory symptoms.
5. Urinary tract infection: Symptoms can include high fever, frequent urination, burning sensation during urination, and lower abdominal pain. Fever is usually persistent but can also be intermittent.
6. Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE): Symptoms can include fever, joint pain, fatigue, skin rash, and sensitivity to sunlight. Fever may be intermittent and accompanied by other symptoms related to inflammation.
7. Chronic sinusitis: Symptoms may include facial pain, pressure, nasal congestion, and recurrent fevers. Fever may be intermittent and associated with worsening sinus symptoms.