2024-01-08 07:50:00
Fingers that turn white or blue when it’s cold? It may be a genetic abnormality. Dr. Kierzek explains what’s behind his symptoms with Raynaud’s syndrome.
If your fingers turn blue when it’s cold and your skin changes color, it may be Raynaud’s syndrome. THE Dr. Gerald Kierzek explains the causes and consequences of this genetic anomaly.
Genetic mutations?
A first study revealed that people with Raynaud’s syndrome had mutations in two genes: one linked to stress and the other to embryo development.
In mild cases, avoiding cold, managing stress and stopping smoking can help reduce symptoms.
Is this the cause of these symptoms?
This syndrome causes spasms of blood vessels, which causes a temporary reduction in blood circulation to the extremities of the body.
Symptoms of Raynaud’s syndrome generally include:
- Changes in skin color;
- A feeling of cold or numbness;
- Pain or tingling;
- Temporary crises.
The advice of Dr. Gérald Kierzek
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