Some people develop flu-like symptoms, such as fever, chills, sweats, headache, body aches, loss of appetite, nausea, or fatigue. Because Babesia parasites infect red blood cells, babesiosis can cause hemolytic anemia (from the destruction of red blood cells). Babesiosis can be a severe, life-threatening disease, particularly in people who: 1  do not have a spleen; 2  have a weak immune system for other reasons (such as cancer, lymphoma, or AIDS); 3  have other serious health conditions (such as liver or kidney disease); or. 4  are elderly.
chest, pectus, thorax - the part of the human torso between the neck and the diaphragm or the corresponding part in other vertebrates. midriff, midsection, middle - the middle area of the human torso (usually in front); young American women believe that a bare midriff is fashionable.
What is side pain? Side pain is discomfort that occurs on the left or right side of the torso between the armpits (axilla) and the hips. These general areas contain bones, muscles, nerves, blood vessels, organs, and other structures that can become infected, inflamed or damaged. Side pain can also radiate to or from the front or back of the torso, especially the abdomen, chest, and middle to lower back area.