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Temperature intolerance and sensitivity - Autonomic Neuropathy?
Neuropathy | Last Active: Sep 15, 2022 | Replies (48)Comment receiving replies
@rwinney older post but caught my eye since i started a few months ago getting burning cheeks, sometimes flushed sometimes not, right not right lower cheek and down neck is like a burning flame, no diagnosis; yes I feel my internal thermometer is broken - sure I felt cold and heat but as you say even the slightest temp. change. when warm in bedroom, too warm with just a sheet, take it off and any breeze/fan is like ice pellets.... never had this before and i will soon be 79. searching dr.google am now wondering about CARCINOID SYNDROME,,, but if I even mention this thought, especially from google, to nurse practitioner she will think I am overreacting, but i dont have fever, menopause, rosascea, dont drink or smoke, dont eat hot or spicy foods/liquids.... it been 4 months and i stop eating certain things for a few days and think its gone but comes back...burning not just flushing... any pointers please?
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@lacy2 Hi Valerie, thank you for your reply. How annoying when we have odd symptoms that we just can't figure out. Sorry you're experiencing temperature sensitivities and burning. It's no fun at all!
Yes, Dr. Google is dangerous. Do you have an appointment yet with your PCP? That's the best place to start and then possibly a neurologist. Do you have a neurologist? I would get in to see someone as soon as you are able.
I'm not a medical professional, but in my opinion, you may be experiencing central sensitization syndrome (CSS) which may indicate some form of neuropathy. Also, have you begun any new medications that perhaps are causing side effects? Do you take pain medications?
Regarding pointers, I think the best thing you can do is to roll with it by finding distractions to take your mind off of what you're feeling and to try and not let it dictate. Keeping calm and deep breathing through flares may help calm your central and peripheral sensory nervous systems down. Work towards figuring out why it's happening and how it can be treated. Do you have other medical conditions that may be contributing?