Published on: 3/17/2025
Hot hands and feet without a fever can be due to how your body controls blood flow and temperature, not an infection. Simple changes like better sleep, comfortable clothing, and a cool environment might help ease these sensations.
When your hands and feet feel hot but you do not have a fever, it might be because of changes in how your body moves blood around. Research shows that factors like sleep loss can make your feet warmer even when your hands stay cooler. Your nervous system has an important role in managing this by directing blood where it is needed, and sometimes this can cause one part of your body to feel warmer than another. To help address these sensations, try to get regular, restful sleep since being well-rested can help your body regulate its temperature better. It might also help to wear light, breathable clothing and keep your living space at a comfortable temperature. Some people find that relaxation techniques, like gentle breathing or stretching, can calm the nerves and improve blood flow. If these sensations continue or begin to affect your daily activities, it might be useful to talk with a doctor to look into other reasons. Remember, these changes are likely due to normal body processes rather than an illness with a fever.
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