Doctor shares red flag sign in hands and feet that could indicate cancer

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While the warm weather has us in a false sense of security in September, it won't be long before the rain, wind and colder temperatures take us by surprise.As autumn beckons, people will be getting excited for sweater weather and comfy clothes - but falling temperatures could worsen underlying symptoms of a serious disease.Express.co.uk reports that a leading doctor has shared the red flag sign of cancer in the hands and feet that come out in the colder weather.Doctor Deborah Lee, from Dr Fox Online Pharmacy, the cooler temperatures could take a toll on those who have been diagnosed with cancer.The expert explained that those with cancer often have an increased sensitivity to cold weather.

Dr Lee said: "In a healthy person, the body’s automatic temperature control mechanisms keep the body temperature between 36.5 to 37 °C. "But this relies on efficient mitochondria, tiny organelles inside every cell where energy is produced, creating a robust energy supply."In cancer cells, the mechanism of mitochondrial energy production is disrupted."Without the proper processes to keep the body's temperature regulated, then those with cancer can experience cold toes, fingers, hands and feet, while everyone else doesn't feel the same cold.The annoying sensation can also appear in existing cancer patients undergoing chemotherapy, as the treatment increases susceptibility to cold.Dr Lee added: "Chemotherapy can cause fatigue, dehydration and anaemia – all of which can make a cancer patient feel the cold."While a coldness in your hands and feet can ring alarm bells, this warning sign could also be a sign of a benign issue - so it's better to speak with your doctor first.According to the American Cancer Society, these are other common