Does irritable bowel syndrome cause sensitivity to cold?

Written by Wu Hai Wu
Gastroenterology
Updated on September 04, 2024
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Irritable bowel syndrome may cause symptoms of feeling cold.

Patients with irritable bowel syndrome are greatly influenced by emotions. If a patient is overly tense or anxious, it may lead to a sensation of feeling cold, although there may be no actual drop in body temperature or external temperature. Sometimes, patients with irritable bowel syndrome may need to use anti-anxiety medications for treatment, such as fluoxetine, buspirone, etc. It is also crucial to pay close attention to dietary adjustments, avoiding spicy, irritating, and cold foods, ensuring regular meals, and consuming easily digestible foods.

(The use of medications should be under the guidance of a physician.)

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