Raynaud’s syndrome is a rare disorder, affecting 3-5% of people worldwide. It is categorized into two forms: primary and secondary Raynaud’s syndromes. The primary form occurs in the absence of any ...

Dear Doctors: I have problems with circulation in my hands. I came across information about something called Raynaud’s phenomenon and want to know if that is happening to me. Where does one go to get ...

Raynaud's syndrome causes blood vessels to constrict, leading to cold and painful extremities. To prevent Raynaud's attacks, try keeping warm, avoiding stress, and not smoking. During an attack, move ...

Capillaroscopy – This test evaluates capillaries at the base of the fingernail to gain insights regarding the structure of the blood vessels and identify any abnormality. This non-invasive technique ...

Patients with primary Raynaud's phenomenon have, at the time of diagnosis, no evidence of an underlying disease whereas those with secondary Raynaud's phenomenon have a wide variety of vascular and ...