Raynaud's phenomenon is characterized by temporary blood vessel
spasms in the fingers, toes, ears or nose, usually brought on by
exposure to cold. Raynaud's phenomenon and Raynaud's disease, a
similar disorder, may occur on their own or they may be associated
with autoimmune disorders such as rheumatoid arthritis, systemic
lupus erythematosus, and scleroderma.
Review Date: 07/03/2011
Reviewed By: Harvey Simon, MD, Editor-in-Chief, Associate Professor of Medicine,
Harvard Medical School; Physician, Massachusetts General Hospital.
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