It's common to have cold hands even when you're not in a cold environment. Usually, having cold hands is just one of the ways the body tries to control its temperature. It may not be a cause for concern.
However, always having cold hands could be a warning sign of a health problem, especially if the skin changes color. For example, having cold hands and skin color changes in extremely cold weather could be a warning sign of frostbite.
Symptoms to watch for when you have cold hands include:
- Cold feet or toes.
- Changes to the color of the skin on the hands.
- Numbness or tingling.
- Open sores or blisters.
- Tightened or hardened skin.
There are many causes of cold hands. Some aren't a cause for concern. Others may need medical treatment.
Cold hands may be caused by simply being in a cold room or other chilly place. Cold hands often are a sign that the body is trying to control its regular body temperature.
But always having cold hands could mean there's a problem with the blood flow or the blood vessels in the hands.
Make an appointment for a health checkup if you're concerned about always having cold hands. Tests may be done to learn if your cold hands are caused by a blood vessel or nerve condition. Treatment depends on the cause of your cold hands.
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Original article: https://www.mayoclinic.org/symptoms/cold-hands/basics/when-to-see-doctor/sym-20050648