Definition of Cold intolerance:

Cold intolerance is an abnormal sensitivity to a cold environment or cold temperatures.

Considerations:

Cold intolerance can be an indication of a metabolic problem.

Some people (often very slender women) do not tolerate cold environments simply because they have minimal body fat and are unable to keep warm.

Common Causes:

• Anemia (low blood counts)
• Anorexia nervosa
• Chronic severe illness
• General poor health
• Hypothyroidism
• Vascular problems, such as Raynaud's phenomenon