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July 20, 2024
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A MyMSTeam Member

No I don't just ms I'm able to walk with walker and for the most part better then most people with ms but for the longest time I only had hot 🔥 flashes but lately it's both come so fast so.

July 21, 2024
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@A MyMSTeam Member

Do you have a spinal cord injury?

I do. A bad one. So my brain can't correctly interpret heat and cold signals in/on my body. I get "sweats" almost every day which are different from menopausal hot flashes. As an example, let's say the big toe on my right foot feels cold....my brain misinterprets that signal or the signal is disrupted or something, and my brain believes my whole body must be freezing, so it heats my body up until I'm sweating and overheated and miserable. Rarer is when my brain overreacts and cools my body down until I'm freezing inside and physically outside.

July 20, 2024
A MyMSTeam Member

It seems like I can be hot and cold at the same time. It's almost impossible for me to find a meeting ground between the two

July 20, 2024
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Experiencing rapid changes in temperature can be frustrating, especially with MS. Here are some insights from the knowledge base:

- Heat Sensitivity: MS can affect your body's ability to regulate temperature, leading to heat intolerance. Even slight increases in temperature can trigger symptoms
- Layering: Wear light, Show Full Answer

Experiencing rapid changes in temperature can be frustrating, especially with MS. Here are some insights from the knowledge base:

- Heat Sensitivity: MS can affect your body's ability to regulate temperature, leading to heat intolerance. Even slight increases in temperature can trigger symptoms.
- Layering: Wear light, breathable layers to easily adjust to temperature changes.
- Cooling Techniques: Use cooling vests, drink cold beverages, and avoid hot environments.

If this continues to be a problem, consult your doctor for personalized advice.

July 20, 2024

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