Raynaud's Phenomenon
Symptoms
Color changes in the skin of fingers, toes, lips, ears, nose, or nipples; the affected areas may turn cold, pale, tingly, and numb. You may feel pain as circulation returns.
How Common
Raynaud's phenomenon affects 3%-5% of people in the U.S.
Overview
Raynaud's phenomenon occurs when cold, emotional stress, or other exposure causes small arteries in the body to tighten, decreasing blood supply to those areas. It is most common in women. People usually get it in their fingers and toes, but it can also affect the nose, lips, or earlobes. It is known...
