Clammy skin feels moist and cool.
A person with clammy skin may alsolook pale.
Exertion or being in the heat can cause sweating, which could lead to clammy skin.
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Common Causes of Clammy Skin
Clammy skin can have many causes.
Sweating is a way for the body to regulate heat.
The sweating occurs regardless of environmental temperature and can lead to soft, white, or peeling skin.
Sweating and clammy hands are potential side effects of low blood sugar.
Typically, treatment will be given at the hospital.
The course of treatment depends on the cause of the distress but may include measures such as medication and/orsurgery.
How Do You Treat Clammy Skin triggered by Shock?
Shock is a medical emergency.
Seek immediate medical attention for symptoms of shock.
The infection is treated with antibiotics, and fluids are given intravenously (by IV).
Other medications may be given to raise blood pressure.
Vital signssuch as blood pressure, temperature, breathing rate, and pulse rate will also be monitored.
Sepsis may require a stay in the intensive care unit (ICU).
Summary
Clammy skin is moist, cool, and often pale.
Shock, sepsis, and cardiac/respiratory distress are medical emergencies.
Call 911 if you or someone near you is experiencing signs of these conditions.
Hyperhidrosis is not typically an emergency and can be discussed with your healthcare provider during a booked appointment.
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