cold contact reaction

[chilily]

have being experiencing itching on my palms and feet any time they come in contact with cold water or floor respectively, what could be the cause?

[tschock]

My mom just saw a doctor for that exact same reason.
She was told that it's a form of hypothermia.
Every time she goes outside when it's cold her whole body suddenly gets itchy.
She now wears slippers and socks in the house.

I'm not saying that you have this, but it could be your problem.

[Bhupinder Kaur, MD]

Hello,
These symptoms can be due to cold urticaria. Diagnosis can be made by an ice-cube test. Place an ice cube on your forearm for 4 minutes and observe the area for 10 minutes afterwards. If you have cold urticaria, the area will become itchy and then swell approximately 2 minutes after removing the ice cube.

Treatment is avoiding exposure to cold stimuli, including swimming or bathing in cold water. You can take antihistaminics like zyrtec or tegamet. You should enroll with Medic Alert and always carry Epi pen (injectable adrenaline) along with you.
It is very difficult to precisely confirm a diagnosis without examination and investigations and the answer is based on the medical information provided. For exact diagnosis, you are requested to consult your doctor. I sincerely hope that helps. Take care and please do keep me posted on how you are doing.

[chilily]

Thanks i appreciate your concern. i will give your suugestion a trial.

[chilily]

Thank i have booked an appointment with my doctor, i will getg back to you.

[Bhupinder Kaur, MD]

You are welcome. Best wishes and do keep me posted.