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I can't seem to tell if my skin is warm or cool. is there something wrong?

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Need more detail: Possible loss of sensory nerves (called neuropathy). Is this all over or 1 spot? Where?

Answered 4/11/2017

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A member asked:

I can't seem to tell if my skin is warm or cool. is there something wrong?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. David Hardin answered

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