Ask the Doctor

Q: My lips keep cracking badly every winter. Is it just dryness?

A: Not always. Along with cold air, dehydration and vitamin B deficiency also cause severe cracking. Drink warm fluids regularly, apply petroleum jelly at night, and avoid licking your lips.

Q: I feel more acidic and bloated in winter. Why does digestion slow down?

A: Cold weather reduces physical activity and water intake, slowing digestion. Eat warm meals, add fiber, avoid late-night heavy food, and take short walks after meals.

Q: My blood sugar rises in winter even with the same diet. Why?

A: Reduced movement, sun exposure, and winter cravings raise insulin resistance. Indoor walking, sunlight near windows, and strict medicine timing help keep sugar controlled.

Q: I feel unusually low and sleepy all day in winter. Is something wrong?

A: This could be seasonal mood changes due to low sunlight and disturbed sleep cycles. Wake up with daylight, sit near sunlight, reduce screen time at night, and keep a fixed routine.

Q: Why do joint pains increase so much in winter?

A: Cold thickens joint fluid and tightens muscles. Warm baths, oil massage, gentle stretching, and sunlight exposure are better than painkillers.

Q: My child keeps getting repeated throat infections in winter. What’s the reason?

A: Indoor crowding, school exposure, cold drinks, junk food and weak immunity are the main reasons. Warm water, homemade food, proper sleep, and avoiding junk food reduce infections.

Q: I get headaches almost daily during winters. Could it be due to cold?

A: Often yes. Dehydration, indoor smoke, sinus congestion, and high BP can trigger winter headaches. Increase warm fluid intake and check your blood pressure.

Q: Why do skin allergies and itching increase in winter?

A: Cold dries the skin and disrupts its protective barrier. Use mild soap, moisturize immediately after bathing, and avoid very hot water.

Q: Is it true that morning walks are risky in severe winter?

A: For heart and BP patients, very cold early mornings can trigger problems. It’s safer to walk indoors or after sunrise during harsh cold.

Q: My sleep is disturbed every winter. I wake up tired even after 8 hours. Why?

A: Late dinners, heavy blankets, reduced daylight, and excessive mobile use affect sleep quality. Eat early, limit screens, and maintain a fixed sleep routine.

NOTE: These responses are for general awareness, not a substitute for medical advice.

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