What Causes Increased Sensitivity To Heat, Cough And Chest Discomfort?

Posted on Wed, 16 Aug 2017

Question: Hello Dr. Rynne.
I have been having sensitivity to heat for the past 6-8 months. If the temperature of the house is above 72 I start having a coughing attack and it feels like someone is sitting on my chest.
Any thoughts?
Thank you.
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Thank you! I will have these tests done next Monday at my physical.

Answered by Dr. Dr. Jolanda (23 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
rule out other factors

Detailed Answer:
Hello and welcome in HCM

Its dr.Jolanda answering

I can understand your concern and i am sorry for your situation

As you explain the history i have some questions :

Have you ever be examined for other alergies like home dust or polens?If not you should.

In my opinion as you explain the history you might be alergic from akariens (dust home) and your airways are hyperactive from the heat not real alergy.

Do the following tests to rule out other factors :

Total IgE
Pneumoalergens
Prick tests
TSH

After having the results your doctor will prescribe you inhaler steroids.

If TSH is positive than a thyroid glands problem might be present too and should be treated too.

Please consult your doctor for the above or attach me the results and we will discuss again about it.

Take care

Wishes

Dr.Jolanda

Brief Answer:
continue

Detailed Answer:
Ok

Feel free to ask me again

Regards

Dr.Jolanda

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Raju A.T