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Recently, i can't keep warm and get chills, even with blankets and layers of clothes. ear temp when i get like that is 96.1-96.6. is that normal?

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Cold intolerance: Cold intolerance can be caused by an underactive thyroid gland or anemia as well as being very underweight(ex:anorexia). Certain medications such as beta blockers or anticoagulants can also cause intolerance to cold in some patients.

Answered 1/19/2014

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