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What Causes Cold Hands And Feet?

Posted on Sat, 25 Oct 2014

Question: Dear doctor.

For last two days i have been having cold fingers and feet.

The weather has become colder in uk.

But they seem to be always cold.

I am a type 2 diabetic on slow release metformin.

Pla help.

Answered by Dr. Robert Galamaga (22 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Considerations

Detailed Answer:
There are a few possible causes of symptoms of cold hands and feet. One very common cause is anxiety. This can sometimes cause restriction of blood flow to the hands and feet. Other possibilities include autoimmune disorders but these are commonly associated with more painful symptoms. If this is becoming bothersome or is causing you pain or discomfort you should talk about a week your primary physician who can perform a good physical examination and evaluation. If your doctor think you might need additional testing he can request that.

I don't think the metformin is contributing to the symptoms which are described.

I hope that you are otherwise working on a good well-balanced diet as well as daily exercise to maintain optimal weight. If not I would recommend talk about this with a physical therapist or nutritionist to help optimize your well-being.

Thanks again for sending her question. Please let us know if you have additional concerns in the future.

Sincerely,

Dr. Galamaga

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

Follow up: Dr. Robert Galamaga (34 minutes later)

So nothingnserious?

Answered by Dr. Robert Galamaga (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
Followup

Detailed Answer:
Does not appear to be serious but you should see your doctor to discuss and have him examine you.

Dr G

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

Follow up: Dr. Robert Galamaga (1 minute later)

What could this be in your expert opinion?

Answered by Dr. Robert Galamaga (3 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Followup

Detailed Answer:
I would say most likely cause might be anxiety or nervousness. Other considerations include autoimmune disorder but this definitely needs to be evaluated by your doctor.

Sincerely,

Dr. Galamaga

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

Follow up: Dr. Robert Galamaga (5 minutes later)

Thanks doctor. Appreciate your help.

Answered by Dr. Robert Galamaga (24 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Follow up

Detailed Answer:
you are very welcome. I wish you all the best and continued good health.

Sincerely,

Dr. Galamaga

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