The Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS) Virus is well known for what it causes. It makes the body become weakened with lowered respiratory function. The virus initially occurred in Asia and spread to other countries. The epidemic was contained in 2003 and the last human case was also recorded then. Of course it is not claimed that the virus is completely eradicated and it is entirely possible that it could occur once again. It may even exist in other species waiting to be transferred back to humans. The following are the symptoms which are most commonly associated with SARS:

Fever – hyperthermia is very common in many different diseases. The occurrence is very common in SARS as the body tries to fight off the disease.

Myalgia – the muscle pains associated with several conditions are usually present in SARS with greater severity. The cause is most likely due to dehydration and biological processes of the body fighting off the disease.

Lethargy – the tired body causes people to suffer lethargy from SARS. The virus drains the energy of the person by making it difficult to breathe as well as causing a wide variety of secondary symptoms.

Gastrointestinal Symptoms – stomach cramps, nausea and several other gastrointestinal symptoms are very common with the SARS virus. It can worsen with time and make the body very weak.

Cough – The common cough symptom can trick those who have SARS by making them believe that they have a cold or the flu. The SARS virus makes people cough due to the direct effects it has on their respiratory system.

Sore Throat – A sore throat is common as the tonsils and other immune system contributors fight off the infection. The condition could worsen if not treated correctly being uncomfortable for those infected.