Raynaud's syndrome
Raynaud's Syndrome
Raynaud's Syndrome (pronounced ray-NOHZ) is a medical condition that affects the blood vessels in the fingers and toes. It is named after the French physician Auguste Gabriel Maurice Raynaud, who first described the condition in 1862.
Etymology
The term "Raynaud's Syndrome" is derived from the name of the French doctor Auguste Gabriel Maurice Raynaud, who first identified the condition. The term "syndrome" comes from the Greek word "syndromē," which means "concurrence of symptoms," or "running together."
Definition
Raynaud's Syndrome is a rare disorder of the blood vessels, usually in the fingers and toes. It causes the blood vessels to narrow when you are cold or feeling stressed. When this happens, blood can't get to the surface of the skin and the affected areas turn white and blue.
Symptoms
The symptoms of Raynaud's Syndrome include cold fingers and toes, color changes in your skin in response to cold or stress, and a numb, prickly feeling or stinging pain upon warming or stress relief.
Causes
Raynaud's Syndrome is caused by an interruption of blood flow to the fingers and toes, usually due to cold temperature or stress. The smaller arteries that supply blood to your skin narrow, limiting blood circulation to affected areas.
Treatment
Treatment for Raynaud's Syndrome can include medications to open up blood vessels and procedures to block the nerves controlling the arteries in your hands and feet. Lifestyle changes, such as avoiding cold and stress, can also help manage symptoms.
Related Terms
- Vasospasm: A sudden constriction of a blood vessel, reducing its diameter and flow rate.
- Ischemia: An inadequate blood supply to an organ or part of the body.
- Autoimmune diseases: Diseases in which your immune system mistakenly attacks your own body's cells.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Raynaud's syndrome
- Wikipedia's article - Raynaud's syndrome
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