Raynaud's phenomenon (patient information)

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How do I know if I have Raynaud's phenomenon and what are the symptoms of Raynaud's phenomenon?

Signs and symptoms of Raynaud's phenomenon are similar with Raynaud's disease. But patients with Raynaud's phenomenon are more likely to have pain and tingling in different fingers.

• Turn pale or white and then blue
• Feel pain and tingling
• Turn red, throb, tingle, burn, or feel numb as blood flow returns to the affected areas
• For severe, they may appear skin ulcers

Who is at risk for Raynaud's phenomenon?

• Atherosclerosis
• Buerger's disease
• Arthritis
• Autoimmune diseases, such as scleroderma, Sjogren syndrome, rheumatoid arthritis, and systemic lupus erythematosus
• Thoracic outlet syndrome
• Certain drugs, such as amphetamines, certain types of beta-blockers, some cancer drugs, and methysergide.
• Repeated injury, such as those caused by typing or playing the piano
• Cold stimulstion
• Smoking

Where to find medical care for Raynaud's phenomenon?

Directions to Hospitals Treating Raynaud's phenomenon

Copyleft Sources

http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/000412.htm

http://www.medicinenet.com/raynauds_phenomenon/article.htm

http://www.cedars-sinai.edu/Patients/Health-Conditions/Raynauds-Phenomenon.aspx

http://www.healthscout.com/ency/68/273/main.html

http://emedicine.medscape.com/article/331197-overview