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What Causes Cold And Clammy Hands Upon Waking?
Question: I woke up this morning my hands and feet were cold and clammy. began drinking water and drank some milk and juice. Was not feeling myself. What could be the cause of these symptoms?
Brief Answer:
Possible hypoglycemia attack during night..following advice...
Detailed Answer:
Hi my dear,
I am sorry for the situation you woke up this morning.
Taking into account your medical history, to my opinion, you might have been suffered of an attack of low blood sugar during nighttime.
I advise to monitor your blood sugar levels and take your anemia medications as prescribed by your doctor.
Continue drinking plenty of fluids and have your meals regularly. Try to avoid sugary foods/drinks at dinner; instead have a protein rich meal or complex carbohydrates to avoid noctural hypoglycemia (low blood sugar levels during night). You can discuss this further with your doctor.
Changes in weather conditions can also affect your health condition, including hot or cold weather. Try to cover yourself at night according to the weather condition at the place you are living (cover well if cold for example).
You are also reporting to be taking thyroid meds; I advise to check your thyroid hormones levels and adjust the dosage of medications you are taking according to respective levels.
Hope it was of help!
Dr.Albana
Possible hypoglycemia attack during night..following advice...
Detailed Answer:
Hi my dear,
I am sorry for the situation you woke up this morning.
Taking into account your medical history, to my opinion, you might have been suffered of an attack of low blood sugar during nighttime.
I advise to monitor your blood sugar levels and take your anemia medications as prescribed by your doctor.
Continue drinking plenty of fluids and have your meals regularly. Try to avoid sugary foods/drinks at dinner; instead have a protein rich meal or complex carbohydrates to avoid noctural hypoglycemia (low blood sugar levels during night). You can discuss this further with your doctor.
Changes in weather conditions can also affect your health condition, including hot or cold weather. Try to cover yourself at night according to the weather condition at the place you are living (cover well if cold for example).
You are also reporting to be taking thyroid meds; I advise to check your thyroid hormones levels and adjust the dosage of medications you are taking according to respective levels.
Hope it was of help!
Dr.Albana
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