Body temperature is 35°C, but I feel very hot myself.
May 16, 2023
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Zhao Xinju
Introduction
Taking the body temperature shows 35°C, but one feels hot, which may be due to a higher environmental temperature or wearing too many clothes, affecting the body's heat dissipation. However, it could also be caused by medical conditions such as hyperthyroidism, diabetes, or neurosis. The exact cause should be evaluated through a hospital examination, and appropriate medication should be administered promptly based on the diagnosed cause.
Body temperature reads 35°C, yet one feels hot. This may be due to physiological factors or pathological conditions such as hyperthyroidism or diabetes. The specific causes are analyzed as follows:
I. Physiological Factors
If the ambient temperature is high or excessive clothing is worn, the body's heat dissipation can be affected, leading to a sensation of internal heat. Moving to a cool, well-ventilated environment and reducing clothing can effectively alleviate these discomforts.
II. Pathological Factors
1. Hyperthyroidism
Hyperthyroidism results in excessive secretion of thyroid hormones, increasing the body's metabolic rate and causing a sensation of fever despite normal or low body temperature. Treatment under medical guidance may include oral medications such as methimazole or propylthiouracil.
2. Diabetes
Diabetes leads to elevated blood glucose levels and overactive metabolism, which may cause increased heart rate, accelerated gastrointestinal motility, higher basal metabolic rate, and elevated skin temperature. As a result, the body may feel hot to the touch. If diagnosed with diabetes, treatment options include oral metformin hydrochloride tablets and insulin injections.
In addition to the above, other possible causes include neurasthenia, five-center heat (palms, soles, chest), and yin deficiency. The exact underlying cause should be evaluated through medical examination at a hospital, followed by targeted treatment based on the diagnosis.
