Raynaud's phenomenon
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Raynaud's phenomenon
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Constriction of small blood vessels in the skin decreases the blood supply to the fingers, causing them to turn pale or bluish.
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| Primary Medical Reviewer | Adam Husney, MD - Family Medicine |
| Specialist Medical Reviewer | Stanford M. Shoor, MD - Rheumatology |
| Last Updated | July 19, 2006 |
| Last updated: | July 19, 2006 |
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| Reviewed By: | Adam Husney, MD - Family Medicine, Stanford M. Shoor, MD - Rheumatology |
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