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Blood pressure also can be affected by a sudden change in weather patterns, such as a weather front or a storm. The body, including the blood vessels, might react to sudden changes in humidity, atmospheric pressure, cloud cover or wind in much the same way it reacts to cold. These weather-related changes in blood pressure are more common in ...
Symptoms. Cold urticaria signs and symptoms may include: Temporary itchy welts (hives) on the area of skin that was exposed to cold. A worsening of the reaction as the skin warms. Swelling of hands while holding cold objects. Swelling of lips from consuming cold food or drink. Severe reactions may include:
Raynaud's disease causes smaller arteries that supply blood flow to the skin to narrow in response to cold or stress. The affected body parts, usually fingers and toes, might turn white then blue. Depending on your skin color, these color changes may be harder or easier to see. The affected areas may feel cold and numb until blood flow improves ...
Signs and symptoms of SAD may include: Feeling listless, sad or down most of the day, nearly every day. Losing interest in activities you once enjoyed. Having low energy and feeling sluggish. Having problems with sleeping too much. Experiencing carbohydrate cravings, overeating and weight gain.
Bright sunlight. Extreme heat or cold. Sun glare. High humidity. Dry air. Windy or stormy weather. Barometric pressure changes. For some people, weather changes may cause imbalances in brain chemicals, including serotonin, which can prompt a migraine. Weather-related triggers also may worsen a headache caused by other triggers.
Smoking or being around secondhand smoke increases the risk of catching a cold. Exposure. Being in crowds, such as at school or on an airplane, increases the chance of getting a cold. Complications. These conditions can occur along with your cold: Middle ear infection. This is the swelling and build-up of fluids in the space behind the eardrum.
Chilblains (CHILL-blayns) is a condition that causes inflamed swollen patches and blistering on the hands and feet. It's caused by exposure to damp air that's cold but not freezing. Symptoms may show up a few hours after being in the cold. Chilblains can be prevented by limiting your time in the cold, dressing warmly and covering exposed skin.
Symptoms. When the temperature starts to drop, the body can start to shiver. Shivering is the body's attempt to warm itself. It is an automatic defense against cold temperature. Symptoms of hypothermia include: Shivering. Slurred speech or mumbling. Slow, shallow breathing.
Weather. Changes in temperature or humidity can trigger swelling in the lining of the nose. This can cause a runny or stuffy nose. Infections. Illnesses caused by a virus often cause nonallergic rhinitis. These include a cold or the flu. Foods and drinks. Nonallergic rhinitis can happen when you eat. Hot or spicy foods are the main triggers.
Warm liquids might ease stuffiness by increasing mucus flow. Try honey. Honey may help coughs in adults and children who are older than age 1. Try it in warm tea or lemon water. Add cool moisture to the air. A cool-mist vaporizer or humidifier can add moisture to your home. Moisture might help ease stuffiness.