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Bookmark or Share- Cold urticaria - Symptoms & causes - Mayo ClinicSymptoms. Cold urticaria signs and symptoms may include: Temporary itchy welts (hives) on the area of skin that was exposed to cold. A worsening of the reaction as the skin warms. Swelling of hands while holding cold objects. Swelling of lips from consuming cold food or drink. Severe reactions may include:
- Cold urticaria - Diagnosis & treatment - Mayo ClinicDiagnosis. Cold urticaria can be diagnosed by placing an ice cube on the skin for five minutes. If you have cold urticaria, a raised bump (hive) will form a few minutes after the ice cube is removed. In some cases, cold urticaria is caused by an underlying condition that affects the immune system, such as an infection or cancer.
- Frostbite - Symptoms and causes - Mayo ClinicWhen traveling in cold weather, carry emergency supplies and warm clothing in case you become stranded. If you'll be in remote territory, tell others your route and expected return date. Don't drink alcohol if you plan to be outdoors in cold weather. Alcoholic beverages cause the body to lose heat faster and can impair judgment.
- Seasonal affective disorder (SAD) - Symptoms & causes - Mayo ClinicSigns and symptoms of SAD may include: Feeling listless, sad or down most of the day, nearly every day. Losing interest in activities you once enjoyed. Having low energy and feeling sluggish. Having problems with sleeping too much. Experiencing carbohydrate cravings, overeating and weight gain.
- Raynaud's disease - Symptoms and causes - Mayo ClinicNumb, prickly feeling or stinging pain upon warming or stress relief. During an attack of Raynaud's, affected areas of the skin usually first turn pale. Next, they often change color and feel cold and numb. When the skin warms and blood flow improves, the affected areas may change color again, throb, tingle or swell.
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