5. Rapid Temperature Changes: Jolting the Brain’s Equilibrium
Next, we navigate towards the impact of rapid temperature changes on our brain, specifically their role as potential triggers for TGA. Temperature changes, particularly sudden swings, can place a significant stress on our bodies, including our neurological functions.
When the body experiences a sudden shift in temperature – either extreme heat, like in a hot tub or sauna, or extreme cold, as in cold-water immersion – it reacts swiftly to maintain the body’s internal temperature balance. This reaction may involve changes in blood flow and metabolism, especially in the brain, to adjust to the new conditions.
These transient physiological changes could potentially disrupt the brain’s normal functioning, leading to TGA in certain individuals. Evidence for this comes from several case studies, including a report in the Journal of Clinical Neuroscience, where a patient experienced a TGA episode after taking a hot bath. (5)
