What causes shivering and chills that wake you up in the middle of the night due to cold?

Waking up shivering and trembling in the middle of the night may be related to low room temperature, mental stress, colds, or other causes. Depending on individual circumstances, treatment can be carried out through general measures or medications.

1. Low Room Temperature

If the indoor temperature drops suddenly during sleep, it may cause one to wake up abruptly due to feeling cold and shivering. This condition can generally be relieved by increasing the room temperature.

2. Mental Stress

If a person is in a state of tension while falling asleep, they might experience sudden shivering or trembling after falling asleep. In most cases, this can be alleviated by drinking warm milk before bedtime or practicing gentle yoga to relieve anxiety and promote relaxation.

3. Cold

When the body's immune system is weakened and infected by pathogens, symptoms of a cold may develop, leading to waking up cold and shivering in the middle of the night. This may also be accompanied by symptoms such as dizziness. In severe cases, medication may be used under a doctor’s guidance, such as Ganmao Qingre Granules (Cold and Flu Relief Granules) or Cefuroxime Axetil Tablets.

In addition, this may also be related to menopause or certain medications being used. A proper diagnosis and appropriate treatment should be obtained through medical evaluation at a hospital based on specific symptoms.