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Raynaud's phenomenon
Raynaud's phenomenon
Systemic lupus erythematosus
Systemic lupus erythematosus
Circulatory system
Circulatory system


Raynaud’s phenomenon

Symptoms:
  • toes or fingers that change color when exposed to the cold
  • toes or fingers that change color upon pressure
  • pain in the fingers or toes when exposed to the cold
  • tingling or pain on warming
Additional symptoms that may be associated with this disease:

Signs and tests:

A physical examination of the affected parts reveals typical changes. Blood flow studies may be performed. Cold stimulation test for Raynaud's phenomenon may be performed.




Review Date: 4/20/2005
Reviewed By: Stanford Peng, M.D., Ph.D., Division of Rheumatology, Washington University School of Medicine, St. Louis, MO. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.

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