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When laying/sitting down my hands/feet get ice cold. but go back to normal if i cover them. they r fine though outside in cold. house is 66-68 deg.?

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Interesting symptom: A visit to a primary care doctor can help figure things out. An evaluation and some blood tests can tell if there is a hormonal problem such as low thyroid hormone. Results can also tell if there is anemia such as low iron, low vitamin b12, or other anemias. Sometimes a person has autoimmune disorders that decrease blood flow to the hands and feet (called raynaud's symptoms).

Answered 10/29/2015

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Incr temp & activity: Without seeing you and doing a physical exam and without having your vital signs it is very hard to make an assessment about your cold extremities at home. The most common reasons would be a cold environment (home) and lack of physical activity. The best way to test this out would be by doing 10 laps around the living room, wearing warmer clothes (gloves/socks), or simply turning up temp inside.

Answered 9/25/2013

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