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Why can't I shiver anymore

I'm a 30 yr/o male in average shape and for the past two years I have not had the ability to shiver when I become cold. During the winter I can't even be outside for more than 20min before I have to come inside to lie on a heating blanket. On a few occasions when the power had gone out I would get under many heavy blankets and it would take hours before I'd warm up again. Any ideas on why I lost the ability to shiver, I not exaggerating when I say that no matter how cold I get I can't shiver.
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I know this is an old post.  Did you find out the reason for this ? How are you today ?
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Hi!
You do not shiver because of a hypothalamic disorder causing hypothermia. There can be several causes like hypothyroidism, liver diseases, low Vit B12,  adrenal insufficiency, liver failure and as a side effect of some drugs. Please consult your doctor regarding this. Take care!

The medical advice given should not be considered a substitute for medical care provided by a doctor who can examine you. The advice may not be completely correct for you as the doctor cannot examine you and does not know your complete medical history. Hence this reply to your post should only be considered as a guiding line and you must consult your doctor at the earliest for your medical problem.
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