Difficulty regulating body temperature
Overview
Difficulty regulating body temperature is a condition where the body struggles to maintain its normal core temperature of around 98.6°F (37°C). This symptom can cause excessive sweating, chills, overheating, or feeling unusually cold even in normal environmental conditions.
Common Causes
Temperature regulation problems can occur due to hormonal changes like menopause or thyroid disorders, which affect how your body manages heat. Certain medications, dehydration, and poor circulation can also disrupt your natural temperature control. Lifestyle factors such as extreme stress, lack of sleep, or sudden changes in activity levels may temporarily affect your body's ability to maintain a comfortable temperature.
Severity Levels
Mild: You may notice occasional hot flashes or feeling slightly too warm or cold in normal room temperatures. These episodes are brief and don't significantly impact your daily activities.
Moderate: Temperature regulation issues occur more frequently and may cause noticeable discomfort. You might experience regular sweating episodes, chills, or need to frequently adjust clothing or room temperature to feel comfortable.
Severe: Temperature regulation problems are persistent and significantly disrupt your daily life. You may experience extreme sweating, uncontrollable chills, or dangerous overheating that requires immediate attention and may interfere with work, sleep, or social activities.
Medical Attention
Seek immediate medical attention if you experience severe overheating with confusion, rapid heartbeat, or nausea, as this could indicate heat stroke. Contact your doctor if temperature regulation problems persist for more than a few days, interfere with daily activities, or are accompanied by fever, dizziness, or other concerning symptoms. If you have underlying health conditions like diabetes, thyroid disorders, or take medications that affect temperature control, consult your healthcare provider promptly when these symptoms develop.
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