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Does Hypothyroidism Cause Cold Sweats?

Posted on Wed, 12 Oct 2016

Question: can hypothyroidism cause you to break out in cold sweats?
I had a low t3 months back and now my tsh is slightly elevated should I be concerned abpit hypo active thyroid?

Answered by Dr. Dr. Muhammad Sareer Khalil (1 hour later)

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Detailed Answer:
Hello and Welcome

I appreciate your concern

Based on your description, its unlikely for a hypothyroid patient to have diaphoresis as hypothyroidism is associated with dry skin with minimal sweating.

Cold sweats, dizziness and confusion is classically associated with hypoglycemia. It can also be related to anxiety and panic attack. Blood pressure and blood sugar should be checked. Take something sweet right away and ask the nearest friend or relative to take you to a doctor nearby to rule out hypoglycemia and hypotension as the probable causes.

Wishing you best of health

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Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar

Follow up: Dr. Dr. Muhammad Sareer Khalil (2 hours later)

the cold sweats are periodic but when they aren't happening my skin is dry, in fact I have no moisture in my hands at all subsequently I drop a lot of stuff because I cannot get a good grip because my palms and fingers are so dry.

Answered by Dr. Dr. Muhammad Sareer Khalil (21 hours later)

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Hello again.

The TFTs should be repeated and if on thyroid examination there is a suspicious lump or swelling then radioisotope scanning can also be advised. Thyroid ultrasound can be done prior to it. If hypothyroidism is determined then thyroxine can be prescribed accordingly.

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Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar