lämmönkylmän

Lämmonkylmän is a Finnish term that translates literally to "heat-cold". It describes a sensation or condition where a person experiences both heat and cold simultaneously or in rapid succession. This phenomenon is not a medical diagnosis in itself but rather a subjective experience that can be attributed to various underlying causes.

One common context for lämmönkylmän is related to temperature regulation by the body. For instance, during a fever, individuals might feel chills (kylmä) despite having an elevated body temperature (lämmön). This is because the body's thermostat is reset higher, and the sensation of cold arises as the body tries to reach this new temperature setpoint by shivering and constricting blood vessels. Conversely, after the fever breaks and the body cools down, a feeling of heat (lämmön) might be experienced.

Another association with lämmönkylmän can be with certain physiological or psychological states. Some individuals report experiencing this duality in response to stress, anxiety, or panic attacks, where physiological responses can be varied and sometimes contradictory. It can also be a symptom of certain neurological conditions or circulatory issues where nerve signals or blood flow are disrupted, leading to unusual sensory perceptions. The experience can range from mild and fleeting to more intense and persistent, depending on the individual and the contributing factors.