Heat Sensitivity
Many people with MS find that heat can cause their symptoms to worsen.
In the bath
Must not be too warm
Might pass out
At the spa
Lovely and warm, but careful
Could keal over
In the sun
Not too long in the heat
Find shade
This might involve a build up offatigue, blurred vision, loss of balance or a worsening of cognitive symptoms such as concentration or memory. The effect of temperature changes on visual symptoms is known as Uhthoff's phenomenon.
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Many people with MS find that heat can cause their symptoms to worsen.
In the bath
Must not be too warm
Might pass out
At the spa
Lovely and warm, but careful
Could keal over
In the sun
Not too long in the heat
Find shade
This might involve a build up offatigue, blurred vision, loss of balance or a worsening of cognitive symptoms such as concentration or memory. The effect of temperature changes on visual symptoms is known as Uhthoff's phenomenon.
Find out more about MS at
MS Trust A to Z
I'm also writing an
A to Z of Blessings at LLM Calling
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Thanks for the advice. Temperature control is important.
ReplyDeleteI can be sweating when my wife without MS is cold. Then can go from hot to cold in seconds and for no reason.
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