Raynaud's syndrome
Also called: Raynaud's phenomenon
A condition in which some areas of the body feel numb and cool in certain circumstances.
- Treatable by a medical professional
- Usually self-diagnosable
- Lab tests or imaging often required
- Chronic: can last for years or be lifelong
In Raynaud's phenomenon, smaller arteries that supply blood to the skin constrict excessively in response to cold, limiting blood supply to the affected area.
Common: More than 200,000 US cases per year
Consult a doctor for medical advice
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