Q. What causes cold hands and feet along with fatigue?
Hi doctor,
I am having cold hands and feet. I also have a little bit of fatigue. Two years ago, I lost 90 pounds with diet and exercise. I had high blood pressure and anemia when I was pregnant with twins three years ago. Now, I have taken a complete blood count. I am attaching the reports for your reference. Please guide.
Hi,
Welcome to icliniq.com.
Based on your query and attached report (attachment removed to protect patient identity), my opinion is as follows:
- There is a mild reduction in leukocyte count and hemoglobin. Also, red cell distribution width (RDW) is increased.
- The cause for reduced hemoglobin appears to be nutritional. Improvement in nutrition is necessary, particularly vitamin B12, iron, and folic acid supplements are essential.
- Low red blood cell (RBC) count and normal mean corpuscular value (MCV) with increased RDW could be due to dimorphic anemia, which is due to nutritional deficiencies.
- Also, do get a thyroid hormone profile once to rule out hypothyroidism.
- Your complete blood count (CBC) is altered due to nutritional causes and correction of nutrition could improve the values within two months.
The Probable causes:
Nutritional.
Investigations to be done:Thyroid hormone profile.
Regarding follow up:For further information consult a hematologist.
Was this answer helpful?
|Same symptoms doesn’t mean you have the same problem. Consult a doctor now!
Related Questions:
Will eating raw rice result in low hemoglobin?
Her laboratory test showed iron deficiency anemia and she was diagnosed to have pica ... Read full
How to evaluate the reason for low hemoglobin?Also, look for iron, vitamin B12 and folic acid deficiency ... Read full
Lifestyle Modifications for Women's Health.. the healthy habits every busy woman should develop, to prevent diseases in the long run and be able to enjoy life to its fullest .. ... Read full
Comprehensive Medical Second Opinion.Submit your Case
iCliniq's FREE Newsletters
Expert-backed health and wellness information, delivered to your email.
Thank you for subscribing to our Newsletters!
Also Read
PCOS and Liver Problems
The hormonal imbalances in polycystic ovary syndrome could cause liver diseases. Read the article to know the relationship between these medical conditions. Read more»
Inferior Alveolar Nerve Lateralization Technique
The inferior alveolar nerve lateralization technique is a surgical lateralization technique to reposition the nerve. Read the article to know more about this. Read more»
COVID-19 and Ebola: Similarities and Differences
This article gives a comparison and broader overview of the outbreak of the two deadliest diseases that showed a greater incidence over the last two decades. Read more»
Ask your health query to a doctor online?
Ask a Hematologist Now* guaranteed answer within 4 hours.