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What Causes Cold Hands And Finger Tips?
Hello! For a few weeks now I ve noticed that my right hand suddenly becomes very, very cold while my left hands stays at a normal temperature. A few times the fingertips on my right hand have become so cold that they are numb. Any ideas of what might be causing this? Thank you!
Wed, 5 Apr 2023
Hi,
There could be several reasons for cold hands and fingertips, including:
* Poor circulation: Reduced blood flow to the hands can result in coldness and numbness. This can be caused by medical conditions such as Raynaud's disease or peripheral artery disease (PAD).
* Hypothyroidism: Low thyroid hormone levels can cause decreased blood flow and result in cold hands.
* Diabetes: High blood sugar levels can damage nerves and blood vessels, leading to poor circulation and cold hands.
* Anemia: Low levels of red blood cells can lead to decreased oxygen supply to the hands, resulting in coldness.
* Anxiety or stress: Stress can cause blood vessels in the hands to constrict, reducing blood flow and resulting in coldness.
* Smoking: Smoking can cause blood vessels to constrict, leading to reduced blood flow and cold hands.
If your symptoms persist or worsen, it is recommended to see a doctor for further evaluation and diagnosis. Treatment options may vary depending on the underlying cause.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Priyanka, General & Family Physician
There could be several reasons for cold hands and fingertips, including:
* Poor circulation: Reduced blood flow to the hands can result in coldness and numbness. This can be caused by medical conditions such as Raynaud's disease or peripheral artery disease (PAD).
* Hypothyroidism: Low thyroid hormone levels can cause decreased blood flow and result in cold hands.
* Diabetes: High blood sugar levels can damage nerves and blood vessels, leading to poor circulation and cold hands.
* Anemia: Low levels of red blood cells can lead to decreased oxygen supply to the hands, resulting in coldness.
* Anxiety or stress: Stress can cause blood vessels in the hands to constrict, reducing blood flow and resulting in coldness.
* Smoking: Smoking can cause blood vessels to constrict, leading to reduced blood flow and cold hands.
If your symptoms persist or worsen, it is recommended to see a doctor for further evaluation and diagnosis. Treatment options may vary depending on the underlying cause.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Priyanka, General & Family Physician
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