HealthCareMagic is now Ask A Doctor - 24x7 | https://www.askadoctor24x7.com

question-icon

Is Severe Cold During And After Eating A Cause For Concern?

default
Posted on Mon, 27 Jun 2016
Question: I'm getting extremely cold when eating internally and externally, should I be concerned?
doctor
Answered by Dr. Bonnie Berger-Durnbaugh (1 hour later)
Brief Answer:
Feeling cold after eating - information

Detailed Answer:
Hello and welcome,

There are a number of reasons people can feel cold during/after eating. I wouldn't get worried as most are not serious, but I would recommend that you go in to your doctor for an exam and some blood tests.

Some common reasons for this problem are:

1. Anemia, low iron: For this, get a complete blood count (CBC) and if there are signs of anemia, then iron studies.

2. Low blood pressure

3. Hypothyroidism: For this, get a TSH and free thyroxine drawn.

Less common causes are being underweight/anorexia, autoimmune disorders, advanced diabetes, malnutrition, or a very low carb diet. And, if combined with chest pain or pressure, feeling cold or chilled can be a heart symptom - in which case you should get help right away.

I hope this information helps. Please let me know if I can provide further information or clarification.
Note: For further follow up on related General & Family Physician Click here.
Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
doctor
Answered by
Dr.
Dr. Bonnie Berger-Durnbaugh

General & Family Physician

Practicing since :1991

Answered : 3134 Questions

Ask me a question
premium_optimized

The User accepted the expert's answer

Ask a Doctor Now
Share on

Get personalised answers from verified doctor in minutes across 80+ specialties

159 Doctors Online

By proceeding, I accept the Terms and Conditions

HCM Blog Instant Access to Doctors
HCM Blog Questions Answered
HCM Blog Satisfaction
backtotop2
Is Severe Cold During And After Eating A Cause For Concern?

Brief Answer: Feeling cold after eating - information Detailed Answer: Hello and welcome, There are a number of reasons people can feel cold during/after eating. I wouldn't get worried as most are not serious, but I would recommend that you go in to your doctor for an exam and some blood tests. Some common reasons for this problem are: 1. Anemia, low iron: For this, get a complete blood count (CBC) and if there are signs of anemia, then iron studies. 2. Low blood pressure 3. Hypothyroidism: For this, get a TSH and free thyroxine drawn. Less common causes are being underweight/anorexia, autoimmune disorders, advanced diabetes, malnutrition, or a very low carb diet. And, if combined with chest pain or pressure, feeling cold or chilled can be a heart symptom - in which case you should get help right away. I hope this information helps. Please let me know if I can provide further information or clarification.