Cold hands and feet? It could be poor blood circulation
Pharmacist Benjamin Lim explains that while cold hands and feet are often normal, they can sometimes indicate underlying health issues like poor circulation, diabetes, or thyroid disorders. He advises seeking professional medical advice for persistent symptoms.
Why it matters
Public health awareness regarding common symptoms helps individuals distinguish between benign conditions and potential medical concerns.
Cold hands and feet could signal poor blood circulation. (Envato Elements pic)
KUALA LUMPUR: Your body works hard to keep your vital organs at the ideal temperature. But sometimes your hands and feet get left out in the cold, so to speak.
While it's perfectly normal for fingers and toes to feel chilly from time to time, especially in cool weather, constantly cold extremities may signal that your health deserves a closer look.
“Two of the most common reasons for cold hands and feet are stress and anxiety. That’s completely normal. But there are certain medical conditions as well which may cause that, such as diabetes, high cholesterol or thyroid disorders,” pharmacist Benjamin Lim told FMT Lifestyle.
“If you are experiencing cold hands and feet on a long-term basis, or if it keeps getting worse, you may want to get checked to make sure there are no underlying problems.”
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