Information about Raynaud's

• Raynaud's Phenomenon

This eMedTV page describes Raynaud's phenomenon, a condition affecting small blood vessels in the fingers, toes, nose, and ears, often triggered by exposure to cold. This page explains symptoms and treatment options associated with the condition too.

• Types of Raynaud's

There are two types of Raynaud's phenomenon: primary and secondary; each varies in its level of severity. This eMedTV article offers a detailed description of both types, including causes and how they differ from each other.

• Raynaud's Disease

This eMedTV segment offers a detailed look at Raynaud's disease, including its causes, symptoms, and treatment options. This disease is characterized by sudden, sporadic contractions of blood vessels in the fingers and toes when exposed to cold.

• Cause of Raynaud's Phenomenon

The cause of Raynaud's is unknown; however, certain risk factors can increase the chances of getting it. This eMedTV page explains these risk factors and how they may lead to the development of Raynaud's phenomenon.

• Symptoms of Raynaud's

Symptoms of Raynaud's are often triggered by exposure to cold or emotional stress. This page of the eMedTV library describes these and other symptoms in detail and explains factors affecting the frequency and duration of attacks.

• Raynaud's Diagnosis

In diagnosing Raynaud's, aside from a physical exam, the doctor will also perform specific tests. This eMedTV Web page describes how a diagnosis is made, as well as how blood tests and a nailfold capillaroscopy can help confirm the diagnosis.

• Raynaud's Treatment

Since there is no cure for Raynaud's, treatment is designed to minimize attacks and control symptoms. This eMedTV resource describes several options doctors use to treat the condition, including self-help measures and medications.

• Prevent Raynaud's Attacks

There are many things that you can do to help prevent Raynaud's attacks. This page on the eMedTV Web site offers helpful suggestions that can help minimize attacks, such as keeping warm, controlling stress, and exercising regularly.

• Raynaud's Self-Help Strategies

It is important to learn Raynaud's self-help strategies to help decrease the severity of attacks. This eMedTV article contains suggestions that can help with this, including how to take action during an attack and how to control stress.

• Raynaud's Research

Raynaud's research is focused on many things, including improved diagnostic and treatment methods. This eMedTV page discusses research findings and how they help predict the illness's course, as well as benefits of participating in research studies.