What Causes Cold Sweats Along With Tiredness And Dizziness?

Posted on Tue, 7 Apr 2015

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Question : Hello, for two days I have had cold sweats then get hot.Iget tired very quickly {unlike me} and have little energy. Feel dizzy when I move quickly. I must go to Brisbane on Friday. What can I do? I am drinking plenty ofwater eating well and by necessity resting. I'm 76 generally fit well and energetic.

Answered by Dr. Divakara (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
It could be Infection.

Detailed Answer:
HI

Greeting from Dr. Divakara.P
First of all thanks for choosing Healthcaremagic for posting your query.

Your symptoms could be due to either Infections , Hormonal imbalance, or Vitamin Deficiencies.

I need to know whether there was any fever when you had sweats or when you felt hot . Also I want you to get your Blood pressure checked and let me know .

I think you can travel but do let me know these details fast.

Will be looking forward for your response.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar

Follow up: Dr. Divakara (1 hour later)

Thank you. My blood pressure is normal. Yes I have been a bit feverish and nauseous, but not all the time. I thought a virus to start with. No flu symptoms or cold symptoms though like sore throat or cough. I am generally active however 5 mins. on rowing machine this morning was enough, and didn't go for usual walk.
My blood pressure is normal,and yes I was a little feverish and nauseus at times. I am usually active however 5 mins on rowing this morning was enough an no usual walk ,and a very short one yesterday.

Answered by Dr. Divakara (4 hours later)

Brief Answer:
It's Viral Infection

Detailed Answer:
HI XXXXXXX

You seem to be having an Infection , that too most likely a Viral ( though the possibilities of Hormonal imbalance, or Vitamin Deficiencies can't be ruled out but they seem less likely )

I advise you to take Combiflam ( get a prescription from your doctor ) and use it for 2-3 days , that will take care of your problems .

If still problem persists get the following tests done and revert back .

Complete Hemogram, Serum Vitamin B12, D3 and Serum TSH .

Hope this information was useful to you .

Any clarifications feel free to ask .

Regards.

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Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar