Low body temperature: what to do, videos and doctor’s advice

The most obvious reason for a drop in temperature is hypothermia.

This is just the case when, in order to solve a problem, it is enough to change the conditions in which a person is in order for the situation to change. Only prolonged hypothermia is dangerous, which can lead to irreversible consequences for the body.

Very often, a low temperature indicates a serious overwork or stress. Such changes in the usual way of life are invariably reflected in the body. If stress, overwork is strong enough or lasts a long time, the consequences for the body are inevitable. Here, the most successful recommendation would be a calm, fairly long and regular sleep, a variety of methods for relieving stress – from breathing exercises to drugs with a slight sedative effect (for example, motherwort or valerian).

If symptoms persist, a doctor’s consultation is required. The reasons for the drop in body temperature below an acceptable threshold can be more serious.

These reasons include:

• exacerbation of chronic diseases;

• thyroid dysfunction;

• diseases of the adrenal glands.

Sometimes pregnancy can provoke a low temperature. However, remember that a temperature of 35 degrees can cause blackouts. In such a situation, it is necessary to urgently consult a doctor.

Another reason – exacerbation of chronic diseases… Any chronic disease has a negative effect on the functioning of the body as a whole, and during an exacerbation it can stress the body. The optimal solution to the problem in this case is a vigilant attitude towards one’s health and adherence to the prescriptions of the attending physician, which will minimize the very likelihood of an exacerbation. If it was not possible to avoid an exacerbation, it is important to consult a specialist in a timely manner, be sure to inform him about all the symptoms, including a low temperature.

Decreased thyroid function, which, in turn, provokes hormonal imbalance, dysfunction in the work of internal organs.

Long-term neglect of abnormalities in the thyroid gland can lead to the development of serious diseases, therefore, a low temperature must be treated with special attention.

If the temperature does not rise for a long enough time and there are no other obvious reasons for its decrease, you should consult a doctor to check the condition of the thyroid gland and further treatment.

Another reason – exacerbation of adrenal diseases… It must be removed strictly under the supervision of a doctor, but it is quite possible to avoid an exacerbation on your own. To do this, you need to drink enough water, choose the appropriate food. For example, it is recommended to eat melons and watermelons, which stimulate adrenal function and detoxify the body.

Another reason for the decrease in body temperature can be unjustified self-medication… When using drugs without a doctor’s prescription or if the dosage is violated, the body may react differently to the drug, including a decrease in temperature. It is extremely important to avoid self-medication, all medications taken should be prescribed only by a doctor. He also selects the dosage.

If, as a result of self-medication, the condition has worsened, and the temperature does not rise to normal for a long time, it is necessary to consult a doctor to prescribe a suitable solution, and, if necessary, to cleanse the body.

In small children low body temperature may be a symptom stress or overwork… Also, a decrease is often a symptom. changes in the biochemical composition of blood, this process is age-related, should not cause anxiety, but the pediatrician still needs to be informed.

Thus, whatever the reasons for lowering body temperature below the normal threshold, in all cases they are very serious and require a doctor’s consultation, and sometimes thorough treatment. Temperature fluctuations in the downward direction must be taken as seriously as a sharp rise in temperature. 

• Hot tea with mint and lemon balm, as well as rest will help raise the temperature during stress and overwork.

• It is good to drink Eleutherococcus for a while, it tones the body, increases immunity, and gives new strength.

• The pharmacy also sells alcoholic tinctures with ginseng. It is worth taking a few drops in the morning, see the dosage in the instructions for the preparations and do not exceed it.

These methods are suitable for adults.

If the temperature is lowered due to an illness, it is not the symptom that needs to be eliminated, but the cause, so you will have to visit a doctor, get tested and start therapy.

Children with low body temperature you need:

• balance nutrition;

• include a multivitamin complex in the diet;

• to provide daily stay in the fresh air;

• during the week, the baby can be given a mixture of walnuts, prunes and honey. This sweet delicacy will return both strength and temperature;

• it is advisable to do regular light jogging, lasting no more than 15 minutes.

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