What Is Raynaud’s Syndrome?
Raynaud’s isn’t all about the cold, though.
An attack may last for just a few minutes or could go on for hours.
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For some people, Raynaud’s syndrome is a primary condition that doesn’t accompany another illness.
And sometimes it’s a secondary condition that results from another illness.
Raynaud’s is also common inlupus,rheumatoid arthritis, andSjogren’s disease.
We don’t yet know what causes Raynaud’s syndrome and there is no cure.
Your healthcare provider may also consider the possibility that you could have secondary Raynaud’s syndrome.
The first line of defense is modifying your habits to help prevent symptoms.
However, a 2009 review of available research found that they did not make a significant difference.
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