Always cold - Women's Health Message Board

vegangal2000 · 11-24-2003, 11:11 AM

Hi, I am always cold and just can't seem to get warm. If I do get warm, it goes away very quickly.
Today I was folding clothes and got warm for a bit, then as soon as I sat down at the computer within less than 5 minutes, I am so cold again.
Does anyone know what could be causing this?
I called my doctor and am just waiting for them to call back to see if they want to see me.

Thanks for anyones help.

KimRick · 11-24-2003, 11:41 AM

You may be anemic (iron deficient). If it's not 80 degrees, inside or out, I'm freezing! Go to your physician and have them perform an iron test. I'm SUPPOSED to be taking iron pills, but I've stopped because they constipate me

. It's a pain, but I've learned to just carry a jacket or sweater with me everywhere I go.

girlygirly · 11-24-2003, 12:20 PM

Being cold is one of the many symptoms of having a thyroid disorder. You may want to look at the thyroid board and see if you have any of the other symptoms. Anemia is also a reason for being cold. It sounds like some blood tests are in order.

junkbondtrader · 11-24-2003, 04:06 PM

are you thin for your frame and height?

do you exercise and drink a lot of water? it could be a blood circulation issue, and if so, these things help. also, as someone mentioned, it could be an iron deficiency, but i wouldn't even worry about that unless you're given reason to. see what your doctor has to say, and stay active.

i find when i'm eating healthier (fewer refined foods, etc.) and my metabolism is quicker as a result, my circulation is also better and i don't get as cold.

i'm vegan too, btw.

strand3d · 11-24-2003, 09:54 PM

I'm always cold and i'm perfectly healthy, its just the way my body is. I'm thin and tall so it makes sense. Frequently if i get cold my fingers and toes turn white, but my doctors haven't said there's a problem with it. It's just my body. I really wouldn't worry about it.