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How To Protect A Cold Sensitive Head?
Hello. Do you have any idea how to deal with cold senstitive head? So far I wear hats / caps to keep warm, even in summer if its windy. Otherwise I get cold and head pain. How to change this? (F 36yrs, H170cm, W60kg, otitis media chronica since 15yrs)
Mon, 21 Sep 2020
Hello,
I believe you are doing all of the typical care instructions that would be useful in this type of condition. There are several cases in which I have seen Neurologists use medications normally reserved for peripheral neuropathy to lessen this discomfort. Medications like Cymbalta, Gabapentin or Amitriptyline. I have seen some success from patients using these medications as they can change peripheral sensation and dampen this discomfort.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. David Girardi, Internal Medicine Specialist
I believe you are doing all of the typical care instructions that would be useful in this type of condition. There are several cases in which I have seen Neurologists use medications normally reserved for peripheral neuropathy to lessen this discomfort. Medications like Cymbalta, Gabapentin or Amitriptyline. I have seen some success from patients using these medications as they can change peripheral sensation and dampen this discomfort.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. David Girardi, Internal Medicine Specialist
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