What Illness Causes Cold Hands and Feet?
Cold hands and feet may be caused by hypoglycemia, anemia, hypothyroidism, and other diseases.
Hypoglycemia: Due to the relatively low blood glucose concentration in the patient's body, it may affect the normal circulation of blood. Hands and feet are located at the extremities of the limbs, and they are prone to coldness at this time. Generally, there are discomforting symptoms such as sweating and hunger.
Anemia: Due to the low hemoglobin content in the patient's body, oxygen needs to be transported to various parts of the body through hemoglobin, which also affects blood circulation, leading to cold hands and feet. This is generally accompanied by pallor and fatigue.
Hypothyroidism: Patients with this condition have low levels of thyroid hormones, and their metabolic rate is relatively slow, which also tends to keep their hands and feet cold for extended periods. At this time, abnormal conditions such as obesity and lethargy generally appear.
It may also be related to conditions such as diabetes and cardiac insufficiency. After experiencing this symptom, it is recommended to undergo a comprehensive examination at the hospital to identify the cause and receive targeted treatment. During the treatment process, we should also pay attention to keeping warm. When the temperature is relatively low, we need to promptly add clothing.
