I know that colds come from a virus, but it does seem that people are more susceptible to developing a cold if they are in a cold rain for a prolonged period of time. Is this true, and, if so, why?
2006-12-22 09:43:53 · 5 answers · asked by balderarrow 5 in Health ➔ Diseases & Conditions ➔ Infectious Diseases
This isn't totally true. However, in some cultures, this belief is as serious as cancer is to 5-6th generational Americans. Overall, when your body is encapsulated by soaking wet clothes, your skin is constantly wet. This doesn't allow the body's temperature regulatory system (thermal) to accurately express it's regulatory properities. Skin cannot breathe when it is wet for a prolonged period of time. Your body works extra hard when the wetness is rectified, therefore leaving your immune system to be susceptible to the bacteria and microbes which it already harbours. Hope this answers your question.
2006-12-22 09:56:20 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
It is because your body is putting forth more energy in trying to warm you up instead of fighting off the invading germs. Therefor, you are more susceptible to getting sick.
:) Simple as that.
2006-12-22 09:47:10 · answer #2 · answered by alicodges 2 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Being wet or cold lowers your body temperature, which hinders your immune system and affects your resistance to viruses.
2006-12-22 10:43:47 · answer #3 · answered by cruztacean1964 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Ask your doctor. It is a myth.
2006-12-22 10:23:30 · answer #4 · answered by Nurse_rachel 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
i think it lower your immunity
2006-12-22 11:34:38 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋