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What Causes Pale Skin And Lips,blurred Vision And Itchiness In Body Post Cold Bath?
last night I took a cold bath, but im afraid it may have been too cold. When I got out I felt very strange and imbalanced, my skin and lips were pale. My vision was gone. When I began to warm up my entire body began to itch like crazy! My body turned bright red. Then after about 30-45 min. it went back to normal. What did I do to myself?
Mon, 1 May 2023
Hi,
Taking a cold bath can cause several reactions in the body, including changes in blood flow and a decrease in body temperature. In some cases, taking a very cold bath can cause a condition called hypothermia, which occurs when the body's core temperature drops too low. Symptoms of hypothermia can include pale skin, blurred vision, and loss of coordination.
Itching and redness of the skin are also common reactions to cold exposure. This is because the body may release histamine in response to the cold, which can cause skin irritation and itching.
It is important to note that if you experience any symptoms of hypothermia, such as shivering, confusion, or difficulty breathing, you should seek medical attention immediately. Additionally, if you continue to experience symptoms such as pale skin, blurred vision, or itching after warming up, you should also seek medical advice, as these symptoms could be indicative of an underlying medical condition.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Priyanka, General & Family Physician
Taking a cold bath can cause several reactions in the body, including changes in blood flow and a decrease in body temperature. In some cases, taking a very cold bath can cause a condition called hypothermia, which occurs when the body's core temperature drops too low. Symptoms of hypothermia can include pale skin, blurred vision, and loss of coordination.
Itching and redness of the skin are also common reactions to cold exposure. This is because the body may release histamine in response to the cold, which can cause skin irritation and itching.
It is important to note that if you experience any symptoms of hypothermia, such as shivering, confusion, or difficulty breathing, you should seek medical attention immediately. Additionally, if you continue to experience symptoms such as pale skin, blurred vision, or itching after warming up, you should also seek medical advice, as these symptoms could be indicative of an underlying medical condition.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Priyanka, General & Family Physician
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