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Cold intoleranceDefinition Cold intolerance is an abnormal sensitivity to a cold environment or cold temperatures. Considerations Cold intolerance can be an indication of a metabolic problem. Some people (often very slender women) do not tolerate cold environments simply because they have minimal body fat and are unable to keep warm. Common Causes
Home Care Follow recommended therapy for treating the underlying cause. Call your health care provider if Call your health care provider if there is prolonged or significant intolerance to cold. What to expect at your health care provider's office The medical history will be obtained and a physical examination performed. Medical history questions documenting your cold intolerance in detail may include:
Diagnostic tests that may be performed include:
After seeing your health care provider: If a diagnosis was made by your health care provider related to cold intolerance, you may want to note that diagnosis in your personal medical record. Page Content: Sensitivity to the cold; Intolerance to cold ; cold intolerance; sensitivity to cold; tooth sensitivity to cold; tooth sensitivity to hot and cold |
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