Why Do Children Feel Cold in Hands and Feet When They Have a Cold and Cough?

Question

Is feeling cold in hands and feet during a child’s cold and cough a constitution problem?

Answer

If a child frequently experiences symptoms of cold, cough, and cold hands and feet, it may be a sign of weak constitution, deficiency of Qi and blood, or poor immune function. However, if these symptoms occur occasionally, they may be normal and related to exposure to cold or viral infection. Feeling cold in hands and feet during a cold and cough in children could be a sign of fever. It is important to measure the temperature to confirm if there is fever. If fever is confirmed, medication should be administered to the child promptly. If there is no fever, the child should be kept appropriately warm.