Low temperature around body's extremities

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Discussion Overview

The discussion centers around the phenomenon of low temperature in the body's extremities, particularly hands and feet, even when wearing protective clothing. Participants explore potential reasons for this condition, including genetic factors and physiological variations, while emphasizing that no medical diagnosis is being sought.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory
  • Technical explanation
  • Conceptual clarification
  • Debate/contested

Main Points Raised

  • Some participants note that temperature variation within the body is common, with extremities often being a few degrees colder than core temperature.
  • There is mention of morphological variations among individuals that may lead to differences in temperature regulation, including factors like vasculature, muscle mass, fat deposits, and blood flow.
  • One participant questions the extent of morphological differences among humans, suggesting a general similarity.
  • Another participant humorously acknowledges the variations in human appearance while discussing the implications for physiological differences.
  • Concerns are raised about the potential for circulatory problems or diabetes, with a reminder to seek professional medical advice rather than relying on online discussions.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants express varying views on the significance of morphological differences and their impact on temperature regulation. There is no consensus on the underlying causes of low extremity temperature, and the discussion remains unresolved regarding specific explanations.

Contextual Notes

Some assumptions about the relationship between body morphology and temperature regulation are not fully explored, and the discussion includes a mix of anecdotal observations and speculative reasoning.

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Hi

Please remember that I'm not asking you for a diagnosis.

My hands and feet are generally at low temperature than the overall temperature even when I'm wearing gloves or socks, or when in bed. Otherwise, I'm a healthy person. What could be the reason for this? Does genetics have anything to do with it? Please let me know.
 
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jackson6612 said:
Hi

Please remember that I'm not asking you for a diagnosis.

My hands and feet are generally at low temperature than the overall temperature even when I'm wearing gloves or socks, or when in bed. Otherwise, I'm a healthy person. What could be the reason for this? Does genetics have anything to do with it? Please let me know.

There is lots of temperature variation within the body, the extremities specifically. Which can be a few degrees colder than core temperature.

Certainly, in some people because of morphological variation, this can a greater difference than in others.
 
bobze said:
There is lots of temperature variation within the body, the extremities specifically. Which can be a few degrees colder than core temperature.

Certainly, in some people because of morphological variation, this can a greater difference than in others.

Hi Bobze

What are these 'morphological variations'? Aren't all humans morphologically more or less similar?

My feet and hands are quite at less temperature and anyone touching could feel it.

Best wishes
Jackson
 
jackson6612 said:
Hi Bobze

What are these 'morphological variations'? Aren't all humans morphologically more or less similar?

My feet and hands are quite at less temperature and anyone touching could feel it.

Best wishes
Jackson



No, look inside a cadaver sometime :-p You have variations of vasculature, variations of muscle mass, variations of fat deposits, types of fat, rate of blood flow, etc all affecting thermal regulation in our bodies.
 
jackson6612 said:
Aren't all humans morphologically more or less similar?

More or less, yes.

Do you look exactly like Obama? Or Johny Depp? Or only more or less? If you don't look exactly like them, why do you expect to be identical in every inch?
 
Thanks a lot, Bobze. Perhaps, it has something to do with fat deposit layer there in my hands and feet. I trust you, so no need to look inside a cadaver!:smile:

Borek said:
More or less, yes.

Do you look exactly like Obama? Or Johny Depp? Or only more or less? If you don't look exactly like them, why do you expect to be identical in every inch?

Hi Borek

No, I don't look like them, not in the least bit. But they do say I look like the young Indiana Jones, more or less!:smile:

Best wishes
Jackson
 
Make sure you've been checked out for circulatory problems and diabetes...
 
RocketSci5KN said:
Make sure you've been checked out for circulatory problems and diabetes...

We should avoid discussing the "cause" of anyone specific person's aliments as that can be taken by some as a diagnosis. And needless to say, could be rather stressful for a individual if they then believe that "there is something wrong". As you post suggests there could be.

If Jackson wants specific answers for himself, he would be most wise to ask his/her doctor the next time they are in for a visit and not place unnecessary concern on thrown out suggestions they've received online. :wink:
 

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