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Raynaud's phenomenon.

J M Grisanti1

  • 1Cleveland Clinic Foundation, Cleveland, Ohio.

American Family Physician
|January 1, 1990
PubMed
Summary
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Raynaud's phenomenon, triggered by cold or stress, affects 5-10% of people, mainly women. Treatment involves avoiding cold and using medications like calcium channel blockers.

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Area of Science:

  • Vascular Medicine
  • Rheumatology

Background:

  • Raynaud's phenomenon is a vascular disorder characterized by exaggerated vasoconstriction in extremities.
  • It affects 5-10% of the population, predominantly young to middle-aged women.
  • The condition can be idiopathic or secondary to connective tissue disorders or trauma.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To summarize the typical presentation, epidemiology, and management of Raynaud's phenomenon.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of Raynaud's phenomenon.
  • Analysis of epidemiological data.
  • Summary of current treatment strategies.

Main Results:

  • Raynaud's phenomenon is induced by cold or emotional stress and relieved by heat.

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  • Idiopathic cases are common, but secondary causes include connective tissue diseases.
  • Calcium channel blockers are a frequent pharmacologic treatment.

    • Conclusions:

    • Management focuses on avoiding triggers and addressing underlying causes.
    • Pharmacologic therapy, particularly calcium channel blockers, is a key component of treatment.
    • Further research may elucidate more targeted therapeutic approaches.