Raynaud’s Phenomenon

What is it?

Points To Remember About Raynaud’s Phenomenon

• Raynaud’s phenomenon is a disease that affects your blood vessels.
• There are two forms of Raynaud’s phenomenon: Primary and secondary.
• The form of Raynaud’s phenomenon you have affects the symptoms you have.
• Symptoms of Raynaud’s phenomenon can vary from mild to severe. Most people have mild symptoms.
• There are treatments to prevent or control the symptoms of Raynaud’s phenomenon.
• There is no way to prevent Raynaud’s phenomenon, but you can prevent an attack.

Raynaud’s phenomenon is a condition that affects your blood vessels. If you have Raynaud’s phenomenon, you have periods of time called “attacks” when your body does not send enough blood to the hands and feet.

Attacks usually happen when you are cold or feeling stressed. During an attack, your fingers and toes may feel very cold or numb.

Raynaud’s phenomenon is also called Raynaud’s disease or Raynaud’s syndrome.