Raynaud's phenomenon (patient information)
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What is Raynaud's phenomenon?
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.
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
How to know you have Raynaud's phenomenon?
When to seek urgent medical care?
Treatment options
Diseases with similar symptoms
Where to find medical care for Raynaud's phenomenon?
Directions to Hospitals Treating Raynaud's phenomenon
Prevention of Raynaud's phenomenon
What to expect (Outlook/Prognosis)?
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