Raynaud's phenomenon

Treatment:

MEDICATIONS:
Medications to relax the walls of the blood vessels may be prescribed. Treatment of the underlying condition is important.

LIFESTYLE CHANGES:
Avoid exposure to the cold, and when cold cannot be avoided, dress warmly. If you smoke, stop smoking. This further constricts the blood vessels.

Expectations (prognosis):

The outcome varies depending on the cause and the severity of the phenomenon.

Complications:

• ulceration of the affected part
• gangrene of the affected part
• deformities of the fingers and fingernails and/or toes and toenails

Calling your health care provider:

Call your health care provider if you have a history of Raynaud's phenomenon and the affected body part (arm, hand, leg, foot, or other part) develops an infection or ulceration.