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[Tinker2015]

I cannot get warm I know the temperature outside is warming up but I just cannot get warm today I know for a fact why. I always had cold hands nose and feet but since been on beta blockers it has got a lot worse. I get days when I feel really cold and everyone in house is warm. Anyone in same situation

[Milkfairy Heart Star]

I have Raynaud's syndrome. I can't take beta blockers as they make my coronary vasospasms and Raynauds much worse.I always feel cold too. I have to wear lots of layers to keep warm.

A side effect of beta blockers is secondary Raynaud's syndrome.

Perhaps ask you GP if you can be prescribed an alternative medication to a beta blockers?

I am prescribed Ivabradine to control my heart rate rather than a beta blocker.

[Blearyeyed in reply to Milkfairy]

Me too, same drug too but for a different condition.I already had Raynaud's because of my cardiac issue and how it affects the nervous systems affect on temperature control and the slower circulation responses.

It got worse when I was on Beta blockers and they weren't really appropriate for my cardiovascular needs anyway , although they tried them first as they do for all.

It's really foggy this morning and the sea mist makes things very cold so I'm sat here in the alleged heat cuddled up in a big jumper with my socks and fluffy slippers with my compression gloves on considering the idea of putting a wheat bag in the microwave, my husband's thinks it's very funny.

[Magicmog12]

Are you on any blood thinners? have been on apixaban for some time now and surprised how cold I feel sometimes

[Tinker2015 in reply to Magicmog12]

none that are prescribed I do take Vitamin E which is a blood thinner I believe

[GrannyE in reply to Magicmog12]

I too have Reynaud’s and suffer from very cold hands and feet and nose. I can be cold in a warm house but I can no longer stand the heat either. I am on apixaban. Interesting to note that it might make it worse. I can therefore empathise with you all.

[Yumz199725]

Yep happens to me alot it's awful 💔

[Taviterry]

I've been on anti-coagulants for nine months and at first didn't notice much difference - until February, when I needed to have the heating on for longer. About three weeks ago, I had breakfast and was about to leave the house for the weekly Big Shop when it felt like ice-water was running through my veins. I went back to bed feeling very rough and when my cousin arrived four hours later (she was already on her way on a planned visit), she took me to Casualty - who couldn't find much wrong with me (reassuring? puzzling? irritating?). In fact nearly all my blood levels had improved compared with six weeks before.

[Happyrosie]

certainly my husband has this. He bought an electronic hand warmer which helps outside in winter. We don’t argue too much about the temperature of the house ……

[GrannyE in reply to Happyrosie]

I too have hand warmers in the winter. I also have a heated cushion and a really lovely fluffy blanket in the house when needed.

[PinkKizzie]

Hi Tinker2015, since my OHS in November 2022, I have been really cold, it's like a chilled within feeling. I bought thermals and my daughter bought me a - I think it's called - a Teddy fitted sheet, it's lovely and cozy. I suffer from Raynaud's too just like Milkfairy, my hands and especially feet are like a block of ice. My cardiac nurse said the cold feeling was caused by medication, so I guess I just need to accept it as the meds are helping my EF. Take care.

[Etblue]

Hi , I have become really cold sensitive and think it must be due to effects from medication. The strange surprise was on holiday in Mallorca.(first time ) and found the sea & swimming pool too cold for use. It's my first time abroad since the heart attack and thought Mallorca would be cooler than our usual hotter destination, but didn't reckon that I would have such a reaction to the water temperature.

[Kkarlak]

Certainly happened to me when first going on the medication, but feel a bit less cold as time went on. I ended up having to wear another layer of clothing, which for me was really unusal as the cold (jan, feb time) never really used to bother me.

[Etblue in reply to Kkarlak]

Thanks for your reply. Good to know that I may become less cold sensitive in time. Take care

[sandandkev]

Beta blockers are well known for giving you reynauds, my hands and toes were white when on them,my pulseox didn't work as no blood in fingers 😄

[Milliemoopink]

Yes I'm the same I sit wrapped in blanket while others are warm

[56dick19]

hi I find the cold my hands get freezing I never used to

[GrannyE in reply to 56dick19]

I hate it when my fingers go completely white.

[BobbyB1962]

Yes I had the same following CABG x4 in 2021. Luckily I was able to stop taking Bisoprolol last year which has made a big difference.

[Furryears]

I too am like this no sense to it I can be really cold or on the other hand too warm

When my hands are really cold my fingers go white and really hurt, this always passes but while it’s happening it’s really not nice.

Just mention this to your doctor 😊

[GrannyE in reply to Furryears]

I am the same as you but not sure there is anything to be done. What has your doctor said?

[Furryears in reply to GrannyE]

My doctor has asked me to monitor it. What I do is try and cover my hands up I also have to sometimes use a hot water bottle with a towel wrapped round it this always takes the pain away and the whiteness in my finger tips goes back to a normal colour, works for me x

[Aztec632]

Yes I have Raynauds and take a beta blocker...cold hands toes and nosef or years. 🥶

[Deerhoundlover]

Me too. Cold hands and feet but has improved slightly over time. If it's really bad, talk to GP

[MaggieSylvie]

I used to be like that but for the last few years, I have felt comfortable. I'm 79 and most of my life I was cold while others were warm and no-one, least of all me, could understand why that should be, but now I'm opening the windows! I hope you find that switch long before you reach 79!

[Survivor1952]

I used to be toasty warm all the time but, post OHS, I now feel the cold more. It is down to the beta blocker I'm on (bisoprolol) and I just accept it as part of being 'better' than I was before my op.

[gorillaqueen]

Hi yes I can relate to this. Im always cold some days worse than others ( freezing) Im sure it’s because of my meds and feel it’s just a side effect I have to tolerate. Reading others comments on here maybe speak to your GP to see if he can prescribe an alternative. Good luck take care 😊🌞X

[Avagra]

I’m on Bisoprolol and this causes coldness

[gladliz]

I'm on Bisoprolol and feel the cold more than I used to. This winter we have had the heating on low constantly as I find it uncomfortable even with the thermal underwear. So I bought two of those full length 'Sherpa Fleece' hoodies or 'Oodies' as they are advertised. Brilliant! They are big enough to wear over clothes and keep the backs of my legs warm. Old house, draught under doors etc. Wouldn't be without my 'Tents' as they are called by my partner.

[Milopalm]

Hi Tinker you've already had a lot of replies and I too suffer with Raynaud's. On a practical note I have found the Raynaud's Disease website has many helpful products. I have found the HotRox electronic hand warmer a great comfort but there are other equally useful things available. Also a company Heatholders.co.uk supply good socks that I like. Their Lite and Ultralite are 1.6 and 1.0tog which good in shoes. My cardiologist refused to change bisoprolol so desperation led me to the above info Hope you find this helpful Milopalm!

[Ironfloor173]

Yes same here. I always want the heating up when everyone else wants to turn it off. I have always had cold hands but getting older and medication have definitely made matters worse. We have a duel heated electric blanket, still on last night but I only have my side on I have an electric blanket throw for the lounge, heated slippers and the best of all heated gloves, which are not cheap but much better than the several hand warmers I have.

[Partner20]

Beta-blockers are a well-known cause of drug-induced Raynaud's disease, unfortunately.Having hereditary primary Raynaud's myself, it was only recently that a new GP said that my propranolol was probably exacerbating my Raynaud's, which I had never realised. I have been prescribed Losartan to help with my Raynaud's but unfortunately it has not helped at all, so an alternative will be trialled soon.

[Milkfairy Heart Star in reply to Partner20]

Calcium channel blockers can help with Raynauds syndrome.

My symptoms of Raynaud's has improved since being prescribed Diltiazem to manage my coronary vasospasms.

[Partner20 in reply to Milkfairy]

That is interesting. My rheumy suggested Nifedipine or Losartan as the recommended meds for Raynaud's, with me choosing the latter due to the possibility if unwanted side effects from the former. I think I may have to contact my rheumy again or discuss with my (somewhat invisible!) GP! Thank you.🙂

[Nelson71]

I’m cold in the evening. I go to bed with my socks on. I wake up about three hours later, absolutely boiling and have to take my top off

[Etblue in reply to Nelson71]

Me too..feels like body thermostat is a bit wonky.

[Dogchasers]

hi it’s the beta blocker it slows your heart rate down so it means it’s harder to get warm I’m in the same boat have to wear a coat around the house when everyone else is in a tee shirt