An elderly man in his later years went in for his regular medical check-up at the local clinic. He had been feeling well overall, but as a precaution, he decided to schedule a routine visit with his longtime doctor. The physician, a kind and seasoned professional, conducted all the standard tests, checked his vitals, and completed a thorough examination. When he was done, he smiled warmly and said, “Well, Mr. Williams, you seem to be in excellent health. Your blood pressure is perfect, your cholesterol is right where it should be, and your heart sounds strong. Is there anything else you’d like to discuss today? Any health concerns or questions on your mind?”
Mr. Williams, though cheerful, paused for a moment as if debating whether to bring something up. His expression grew thoughtful before he finally said, “Actually, yes, doctor. There’s something that’s been bothering me, and I figured you might be the right person to ask. It’s a little odd, but here it goes. After I make love to my wife, I always feel hot and sweaty. But then, when we do it again later, I end up feeling cold and shivery. I can’t figure out why this happens. Do you think it’s something I should be worried about?”
The doctor, slightly surprised but professional as ever, nodded with understanding. He assured Mr. Williams that it was a perfectly reasonable question and that it was important to feel comfortable discussing any kind of health issue, no matter how personal. To get a clearer picture, he suggested that Mr. Williams bring his wife in for a check-up as well.
A few days later, the elderly man returned with his wife, a gentle woman in her late seventies whose kind demeanor matched his own. The doctor examined her briefly, finding no issues, and then said with a smile, “Mrs. Williams, you’re in great shape. Nothing to be concerned about here. But there’s something your husband mentioned that I’d like to ask you about. He told me that after the first time you two are intimate, he feels hot and sweaty, and after the second time, he feels cold and chilly. Does that make sense to you? Any idea why that might be happening?”
Mrs. Williams looked surprised at first, then burst out laughing, shaking her head with amusement. “Oh, that silly old man,” she said between chuckles. “I know exactly what he’s talking about. The reason for all that has nothing to do with health, doctor—it’s just the seasons! The first time we’re together is usually in the middle of summer, around August, when it’s hot and muggy. Of course, he’s going to feel sweaty then! But the second time usually happens months later, in the middle of winter, around January, when the house is cold and the heating isn’t very high. That’s why he feels chilly afterward—it’s just the weather!”
The doctor laughed softly, now completely understanding the situation. “Ah, I see,” he said. “So it’s not a medical condition at all—just Mother Nature playing tricks. Well, that’s certainly a relief.”
Mrs. Williams smiled, clearly enjoying the moment. “Exactly! There’s nothing wrong with him at all. He just likes to make things sound dramatic. The truth is simple—if it’s summer, he’s sweating, and if it’s winter, he’s cold. That’s all there is to it!”
The doctor nodded, smiling warmly. “Well, that’s one of the simplest and most entertaining explanations I’ve heard in a long time. I’m happy to know there’s nothing serious going on. You both seem to be in wonderful health. Keep enjoying life together—it’s good for the heart.”
As they left the office, Mr. Williams looked slightly embarrassed but relieved, while his wife was still laughing, teasing him gently as they walked out. It was a lighthearted end to their visit—and a perfect reminder that sometimes, even the strangest-sounding problems can have the simplest explanations. In this case, all it took was a change in the weather.