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What Causes Severe Chills?

My wife, age 75, will suddenly get very cold to the point she feels sick. Clothing doesn t seem to help, if fact if they are cold , she won t wear them. They have to go into the dryer first. She does have dementia which might be a factor. Blood test for thyroid condition, etc. revealed nothing and showed her to be in good health overall. ???
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Hello,

Considering her age the cause of feeling of severe chills may be autonomic neuropathy. You should consult a neurologist for further management.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. M Thakur
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What Causes Severe Chills?

Hello, Considering her age the cause of feeling of severe chills may be autonomic neuropathy. You should consult a neurologist for further management. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. M Thakur