Arterial Doppler

Arterial Doppler Examination

Cold Feet and You

Sometimes it may seem that the feet are the hardest part of his anatomy to keep warm, especially in winter, when Spring is a myth that says the same to maintain a shred of hope. The rest of you can feel all warm and toasted, but his feet were still persistent small blocks of ice attached to their ankles, so that you (and your bed partner) completely uncomfortable. Fortunately, cold feet are usually attributable to cold weather (Or do something like walking barefoot in the snow, which, incidentally, is probably a bad idea), but be careful. It can also be a symptom of a underlying disease or condition, which are often associated with poor circulation.

Some conditions that can cause poor circulation (and therefore feet cold) are diabetes, peripheral vascular disease (when the arteries harden or become blocked), heart disease, and Raynaud's phenomenon or disease (when the blood vessels spasm due to sensitivity to cold). Her cold feet can also be the result of other diseases such as multiple sclerosis, peripheral neuropathy (nerve degeneration), fibromyalgia, hormonal or glandular problems such as hypothyroidism or adrenal insufficiency, or certain diseases such as lupus or scleroderma (both are problems with the immune system). In short, there is a veritable plethora of possible causes.

Also, be aware that some things you might take your body may be causing his feet to get colder. Smoking, for example, can cause your blood vessels constrict and harden, which rejects the temperature in the feet. Some drugs may have this side effect, including beta blockers (usually used to treat hypertension or migraine), ergotamine (used in medication for migraine), or pseudoephedrine (used in cold medications). Now, smoking is something that is definitely worth giving up (and cold feet is not the worst side effect), but not just stop taking the rest of these drugs, simply because does not like having cold toes. You can talk to your doctor if you would like to explore other options, but quit cold turkey medication (or cold feet turkey if you like) on its own is not a good idea.

Having cold feet is actually a symptom in itself, but there may be other symptoms that appear with him. For example, if your cold feet are caused by blockage of blood vessels that are at your feet, you can start seeing other problems such as discoloration toe (which begin to be red or purple), muscle cramps after short periods of exercise, and then the problems can include ulcers, leg pain while at rest or gangrene. If your feet are cold caused by a wide exposure to cold, you may notice that your fingers or other important areas of your foot development of frostbite or itchy red spots that become infected. Without doubt, consult your podiatrist if you get them.

If you are concerned about cold feet, the podiatrist should be able to give an idea of what is happening. He or she will likely ask about any medications you are taking, whether or not you are a smoker, and may request information about your medical history. The foot or feet is likely to be examined changes in skin color or condition, and if suspected circulation problems, your podiatrist will probably check your pulse on your feet. Some tests can be done to ensure that their circulation, including Doppler blood test (which uses sound waves to see how blood flows, very elegant, huh?), and arteriography (using dye to make visible the arteries on radiographs).

The treatment of cold feet really depends on what is causing it. If your feet are cold due to nothing more than the fact that the outside temperature is around "15 degrees Fahrenheit, then wear socks probably do a little more comfortable. The type of acrylic wick away moisture from the skin, which is good if you're wearing shoes and move around, although natural fibers such as wool may also work well for you (Unless, of course, of wool makes your skin itch like crazy). When outdoors in cold weather, wear shoes with waterproof insulation, because the feet are wet and cold can develop serious problems such as freezing. If your feet get wet, re-enter quickly and dry them off to avoid these problems. (And have some hot chocolate while you're at it.)

If poor circulation is the problem, your doctor may recommend exercises to increase the flow of blood, drugs, or both. If the doctor is able to locate a blockage, then surgery may be an effective way to remove it and increase blood flow at his feet.

Wearing socks can also help to warm the feet of those who suffer from poor circulation. If you are having problems with circulation, then try things like putting your foot in a basin of hot water, heating or creams, can not be a good idea, because the same things that cause bad movement can also cause nerve damage. You may be burning his foot and not realize. Consult your podiatrist if you would like other ideas of how to keep your toes nice and toasty.

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