cold face

[Oleander1]

I have systemic sclerosis, Raynaud’s, and fibromyalgia (plus other stuff). I also have stiffness and aching on the right side of my face neck and shoulder which I think is myofascial pain syndrome. However, those areas also feel very cold as though I am sitting in a draught . It can last for several hours in spite of scarves etc. The area feels cold but is not cold to the touch. Constantly applied warmth eases it. I cannot find this symptom on any related site. Does anyone else suffer from this cold sensation and know what causes it please?

[Midgebite21]

It could possibly be down to some kind of nerve investment especially if your having stiffness in your shoulder area. Maybe an entrapment. Have you seen a physio or other bodywork professional?

[Oleander1 in reply to Midgebite21]

I think this is a good plan. I have sent an email to to the rheumatology helpline at my hospital but probably won’t hear for a while. Thank you for replying.

[LadyTrundle]

I too was going to say it could be nerve trap/ sensitivity. Try doing lots of shoulder tools, stretching g and loosening - and don’t spend tools g sitting in one position, or hunched over, and especially not poking your chin forward to look at your laptop / iPad through the bottom of your varifocals (my bad habit!).

If you google shoulder physio exercises you will probably find videos or diagrammes.

[Oleander1 in reply to LadyTrundle]

Thanks for getting back to me. I do a little yoga most days to keep my muscles as flexible as possible. Definitely having a Raynaud’s flare up just now and finding it hard to keep warm generally. Might be good to try some physio exercises.