Autoimmune Diseases With Raynaud Phenomenon
Raynauds phenomenon is a condition in which cold temperatures or strong emotions cause blood vessel spasms that block blood flow to the fingers, toes, ears, and nose.
Causes, incidence, and risk factors
Raynaud's phenomenon can be associated with other conditions. This is called secondary Raynaud's phenomenon. Most people with the condition are over age 30.
Common causes are:
- Diseases of the arteries, such as
atherosclerosis andbuerger's disease - Drugs that cause narrowing of arteries,...
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