Wilson’s Temperature Syndrome is a collection of seemingly-unrelated symptoms that can confuse people into wondering why they feel so poorly for so long.

It’s not unheard of for patients to finally see a naturopath for treatment, be diagnosed, go through a treatment plan, and then be dismayed that they’ve lived for years with these symptoms unnecessarily.

I encourage you to read this article and ask yourself if you might benefit from meeting with a wilson’s temperature syndrome doctor, if only to put your mind at ease.

What Is Wilson’s Temperature Syndrome?

Wilson’s Temperature Syndrome is a collection of symptoms that are all related to how the body regulates its heat.

Our bodies need to be within a specific temperature range to be able to function optimally, and once this is out of range, it can be difficult for the body to recalibrate.

This is the reason why so many people see the onset of symptoms that never quite go away.

Wilson’s Temperature Syndrome was identified by Dr. Denis Wilson in 1988 after treating many people with low thyroid and body temperature.

These patients had normal blood tests for their individual symptoms, but when he normalized their temperatures with a very specific treatment, their symptoms often improved permanently, even after treatment ended.

Symptoms of Wilson’s Temperature Syndrome

There is quite a list of symptoms for Wilson’s temperature syndrome, but usually one will present most strongly:

• Depression, anxiety, panic attacks, irritability, decreased self-esteem or motivation, susceptibility to substance abuse
• Dry eyes/skin/ hair, unhealthy nails, changes in skin and hair pigmentation
• Food cravings or intolerances, unusual weight gain
• Fatigue, insomnia, narcolepsy
• Infertility, PMS, irregular periods, menstrual cramping, decreased sex drive, impaired sexual development
• Headaches, migraines, inability to concentrate, decreased memory
• Low blood pressure, lightheadedness, lack of coordination
• Heat/cold intolerance, flushing, abnormal sweating
• Hives, allergies, itchiness, skin infections, increased acne, psoriasis
• Increase in bruising, decrease in wound healing, recurring infections
• Abnormal swallowing or throat, bad breath, canker sores
• Acid indigestion, hypoglycemia, elevated cholesterol levels
• Constipation, IBS, hemorrhoids
• Arthritis, muscular/joint issues, musculoskeletal strains, carpal tunnel syndrome

What Causes Wilson’s Temperature Syndrome?

Wilson’s Temperature Syndrome is often triggered by a traumatic event such as the death of a family member, financial issues, a job loss, or perhaps a physical stressor such as an illness and even pregnancy.

The body will often respond to stress by slowing down the metabolism, characterized specifically by having the thyroidslow down the conversion of thyroid hormone T4 to T3. T3 is the active thyroid hormone that your body needs for optimal function.

The problem is that even when the stress resolves, the conversion process doesn’t, leading to persistent symptoms.

This thyroid hormone deficiency lowers body temperature, triggering a series of symptoms that are reliant on body temperature for optimal function.

Risk Factors for Wilson’s Temperature Syndrome

The things to be aware of, if you think you’re suffering from Wilson’s Temperature Syndrome include: feeling like you are permanently at the end of your rope, or having relationships that suffer because of either what you’re going through or from the side effects themselves.

Many of the side effects of Wilson’s Temperature Syndrome include mental health issues, so it follows that these would – in their own right – put a stressor on close relationships.

As well, many patients who have a whole host of symptoms that cannot be narrowed down to a diagnosis by doctors (because they are so varied and seemingly not connected), but who suffer greatly, feel like they have been let down by the medical system and that they are going to suffer forever for lack of successful treatment.

Treatment Process for Wilson’s Temperature Syndrome

Because Wilson’s Temperature Syndrome has a low body temperature as its lowest-common-denominator, doctors with training in Wilson’s Temperature Syndrome will often start by having patients take their temperature regularly throughout the day to track changes and patterns.

Your average person will start the day with a slightly lower temperature that will peak early afternoon, and will then dip again in the evening.

However, they typically follow a predictable rhythm, and within a specific range.

When a patient’s body temperature falls below these ranges, or outside these rhythms, then the doctor may initiate protocols to treat for Wilson’s temperature syndrome.

1. Identify the Chief Complaint

Even though there are so many symptoms that sufferers will report, there is almost always one chief complaint.

Even while treating the underlying hormonal conversion issue itself, it is often helpful to attempt to treat the worst of the symptoms, so that the patient finds immediate relief from that.

2. Identify the Patient’s Treatment History

Because Wilson’s temperature syndrome is generally triggered by some kind of mental or physical stressor, the doctor will start by investigating the patients’ history to try to determine the trigger.

Without identifying a trigger – and one that aligns with the onset of symptoms – it could turn out to be a different condition.

3. Begin Treatment Protocol

Alternative treatments include lifestyle, behavioral, and dietary changes.

However, the treatment developed by Dr. Wilson – to great effect – involves Wilson’s T3 therapy.

The WT3 protocol can be used to address the symptoms (symptomatic use), as well as correcting the underlying issue (therapeutic use).

Usually, once T3 treatment has concluded, the thyroid function has been reset and symptom relief persists on its own.

Contact Nardini Naturopathic

My name is Dr. Pat Nardini, and I’m a naturopathic doctor in Toronto with a special interest in Wilson’s temperature syndrome.

If you feel like the symptoms and issues above describe your situation, call me now for a consultation to discuss your case.

Together, we can assess your case and determine a course of action for you.

What Is Wilson’s Temperature Syndrome? was written by Dr. Pat Nardini, ND and originally appeared on Nardini Naturopathic | Toronto Naturopath and Thyroid Specialist.