Why Do I Have Cold Clammy Skin?
Clammy skin is a common symptom of colds. Some people have it all the time while others do not experience any symptoms from it. If you are one of those who does not suffer from clammy skin then you might want to read on to learn more about why you may or may not have it.
What Is Cold Clammy Skin?
Cold clammy skin is a common symptom of many viral infections such as the flu, chicken pox, measles, mumps and rubella (MMR). It can also occur after exposure to certain medications including antibiotics. It is caused by a virus called Epstein Barr Virus (EBV) which resides in your body’s lymph nodes. EBV causes your immune system to produce antibodies against white blood cells known as B cells. These antibodies attack healthy B cells causing them to die off leaving behind dead tissue. When this happens, the body becomes more susceptible to other viruses and bacteria.
How Does Cold Clammy Skin Affect Me?
If you have cold clammy skin then it will affect your ability to fight off infection. This leaves you more susceptible to other viruses and bacteria. In addition, cold clammy skin can also make you tired and weak if it occurs over a long period of time. You should know that having an infection does NOT cause cold clammy skin or any other symptom for that matter. It is the virus that causes the infection NOT the cold clammy skin or any other symptoms.
How Do I Get Rid Of Cold Clammy Skin?
There is no known cure for the virus that causes cold clammy skin. It stays in your body for life and can come back at any time since it attacks your immune system. For this reason, there are no over the counter or prescription drugs that will get rid of cold clammy skin since drugs do nothing to cure viruses. If you have clammy skin due to an infection then it is recommended that you drink plenty of water and get lots of rest. You can also take over the counter medication for pain, fever or if you have other symptoms of an infection such as a cough, sore throat or diarrhea.
How Is Cold Clammy Skin Diagnosed?
If you experience cold clammy skin along with a fever, stomach ache or fatigue then you should see your doctor immediately. He or she will ask you questions about your medical history and do a physical examination. You may also have to undergo blood tests to determine if you have an autoimmune disease. Your doctor can then prescribe drugs to help relieve your symptoms and possibly cure the infection causing the problem.
How Can I Prevent Getting Cold Clammy Skin?
There is no known way of preventing cold clammy skin except avoiding people suffering from viral infections. It is important to keep yourself rested and hydrated when you have cold clammy skin. Also, avoid alcohol as much as you can since it will cause you to become dehydrated. A fever is your body’s way of fighting off illness caused by a virus. It is recommended that you not take medication to lower your fever since doing so may hinder your body’s ability to fight off the infection.
Living With Cold Clammy Skin
If you learn that you have the virus that causes cold clammy skin then it is best to see your doctor on a regular basis. Since the virus attacks the immune system, it is important to get updated blood tests from your doctor every six months to a year.
This way, they can monitor your condition and keep an eye out for any problems caused by the virus. It is also important to avoid people that have viral infections since the virus can be spread through the air. If you have clammy skin except when you have an infection then it is especially important to stay away from people at that time.
Cold clammy skin is a symptom of many different conditions and medical problems. While the most common is having the virus that causes cold clammy skin, there are also other medical problems that can cause clammy skin.
It is important to have cold clammy skin diagnosed correctly by a doctor before beginning any treatment. You don’t want to treat the wrong condition.
With the information provided here, you should now be able to determine what is causing your cold clammy skin. The next step is to see your doctor and have yourself professionally diagnosed.
Home Remedies
Below you will find home remedies that are claimed to help cure or help relieve cold clammy skin. However, always talk with your doctor before implementing any treatment to make sure that it won’t interfere with any current medical conditions you may have and to make sure that it is safe for you to use.
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