What is Raynauds Disease
Raynaud's disease (RAY-noz) is a condition that affects blood flow to the extremities which include the fingers, toes, nose and ears when exposed to temperature changes or stress. ...
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I am 16 years old and i have been wondering all my life WHY I AM SO COLD ALL THE TIME. it's so frustrating because the rest of my family likes to have the house set at a specific temperature.. which is what most people would call "comfortable", but im so cold its almost unbearable sometimes. i sleep with a heated blanket and two thick duvet covers. i also have a fireplace in my room that runs constantly. i thought it was just poor circulation. but then i realized that when i feel quite cold my fingers turn grey/blue and my feet will turn very purple. also my nose gets extremely cold and the skin on my arms and legs get red/purple blotches. could i have raynauds? and how do i get it diagnosed? what kind of doctor should see?
thank you, lauren Posted on 07/30/09, 03:07 am |
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also, can raynauds affect fingernail and toenail growth? 
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I have had Raynauds since a child, as far as i know it simply affects circulation to the extremities when cold...i.e. fingers and toes. It doesn't affect nail growth in any way.
With the symptoms you have described i suggest you seek a medical opinion as it could be something else which may need medical attention.
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I have raynauds also for about 15 years now! I to have to dress like winter in the summer, sorry but i don't know about the growth of fingernails or toenails i can say this my fingernails grow pretty fast,toenails alittle bit slower.
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