Sometimes a person has a slight increase in body temperature. It does not disappear within a few days, and we begin to take uncontrolled medications that should rid us of this problem. Reception of medicines here will not help, after all it, most likely, a thermoneurosis.
Causes of the appearance of thermoneurosis
Thermoneurosis is the occurrence of a spasm in the vessels of the skin that are located on its surface. This causes a violation of thermoregulation of the body, that is, it provokes an increase in temperature. Such a disorder is a problem of the vegetative part of the nervous system, and not the usual symptom of the virus or infection, as many people are used to thinking. That is why thermoneurosis in adults is very difficult to diagnose.
Usually, this ailment occurs against the background of transferred viral infections. Also, his appearance can provoke a nervous breakdown, for example, psychological problems in the family or at work. The main causes that lead to the emergence of thermoneurosis include:
- alarm status;
- craniocerebral trauma ;
- overwork;
- stress;
- gynecological and endocrine diseases.
They can lead to the occurrence of such a violation of diabetes, malignant tumors and thyroid diseases. Very often, the appearance of this condition in women coincides with the onset of hormonal adjustment. In this case, it is best to contact a neurologist who will identify the true causes of the ailment.
Symptoms of thermoneurosis
Thermoneurosis manifests itself in adults with various symptoms. The main one, of course, is the temperature increase. It ranges between 37-37, 5 degrees. Immediately after a night's sleep, the patient may increase the indicators to 37, 8 degrees. But during the day the temperature with thermoneurosis stays stable within 37 degrees.
In addition, in this state can be noted:
- dizziness;
- headache;
- fainting ;
- heart palpitations and pulse.
In patients often the skin is very pale, they quickly get tired. Also, the symptoms of thermoneurosis include increased meteosensitivity. The human body reacts literally to every small difference in atmospheric pressure.
The diagnosis of thermoneurosis will only be made when all other causes for elevated temperature are excluded. In some cases, the doctor may prescribe an aspirin test.