What's wrong when the head has a fever but hands and feet are cold?

Head fever with cold hands and feet may be caused by physiological factors, or it could result from conditions such as fever or abnormalities in the body's temperature regulation system.

1. Physiological factors

This may occur when a person is in a relatively cold environment and wearing insufficient clothing, leading to blood vessel constriction or poor circulation. This is usually a normal physiological phenomenon that does not require special treatment. Symptoms can be improved simply by adding more clothing or drinking warm water promptly.

2. Fever

Fever may result from decreased immunity due to bacterial or viral infections, such as pneumonia. Under a doctor's guidance, antibiotic medications like Cefradine Capsules or Cefixime Dispersible Tablets, or antiviral drugs such as Acyclovir Tablets and Ganciclovir Tablets, can be used for treatment.

3. Abnormal temperature regulation system

This may be caused by infection or damage to the central nervous system, affecting the body’s normal temperature control. Treatment may include neurotrophic medications prescribed by a physician, such as Mecobalamin Tablets or Oryzanol Tablets.

In addition, conditions such as gastritis or urethritis may also cause symptoms of a hot head and cold hands and feet. It is recommended to identify the underlying cause before initiating appropriate treatment.