Question 1

raynaud phenomenon syndrome question. is it really that or poor circulation?

Accepted Answer

See below: Raynaud's phenomenon describes a set of color changes in response to cold or stress.  These are usually preventable and treatable.  Poor circulation does not have those changes.

Question 2

do any of these natural remedies improve poor blood circulation? 
l-arginine, vitamin k2, gotu kola, butchers broom, parsley, cayenne pepper, ginger root, etc. i have raynaud's syndrome.

Accepted Answer

Raynaud's Syndrome: Please do what your doc says but consider a natural approach.  Neo 40 is a beet root product to help circulation and has some research suggesting usefulness in Raynaud's.  The pain may also be from neuropathy and sublingual vitamin B12 can be used to help w/that.  See your doc or a nutritionist.  Peace and good health.  Beet root better than l-arginine.

Question 3

what's the difference between poor circulation and raynaud's?

Accepted Answer

Spasm vs obstruction: Poor circulation is a general term but commonly refers to arterial insufficiency due to vessel obstruction which is most commonly atherosclerotic disease. Raynaud's is a condition of sympathetic disfunction that causes excessive and prolonged small vessel contraction.

Question 4

does having poor circulation of the heart also apply to raynaud's as well?

Accepted Answer

Well, sort of!: Though it is possible for someone to have both diagnoses at the same time, poor cardiac function can certainly aggravate the seriousness of poor circulation in someone who also has raynaud's, since this is a localized blood flow problem with the digits.

Question 5

i have had symptom of ulnar nerve compression for 4 weeks in both arms. i suffer from raynauds, could these symptoms be due to poor circulation?

Accepted Answer

Probably Unrelated: It is possible they are related, but more likely is that you have two separate problems.  I would see a pain management specialists or neurologist to work up your ulnar nerve symptoms.

Question 6

i have lupus and raynaud's and  livedo reticularis. could my poor circulation be causing my dizzy spells and brain fog? my cardiac workup was normal.

Accepted Answer

Maybe : unusual for someone your age to have poor circulation. However with inflammatory conditions circulation can be limited. If you have documented blockage in the right vessels then those symptoms can develop.

Question 7

i have hemiplegic migraine for years, as well as raynaud disease, is this a vasculitis issue or poor circulation? because i am experiencing difficulty walking, pins and needles, dizziness. what do i need to do? thank you

Accepted Answer

Neurologist: It is not feasible to provide a meaningful opinion without additional history, physical examination and may be some tests. It would be prudent to see your doctor, preferably a neurologist. 
Wish you good health!

Question 8

i have raynaud's, what can i do to improve my circulation?

Accepted Answer

Avoid cold; try meds: Other than treating the underlying condition(s) causing raynaud's symptoms, avoiding emotional stress, keeping warm, not smoking, and avoiding caffeine, some medications can help. Nifedipine, diltiazem, losartan, and prazosin have been used in patients with raynaud's phenomenon, to block vasospasm and/or relax vessels so they can dilate to let more blood flow through them.

Question 9

does raynaud's affect my heart circulation?

Accepted Answer

No, but. . .: Raynaud's phenomenon (constriction of blood vessels to the fingers and toes, when exposed to triggers like cold weather) should not affect the heart circulation. However, other diseases that cause raynaud's (such as autoimmune disorders, hormonal imbalances, artery inflammation, drug effects, etc...) and the drugs for those diseases, or drugs for raynaud's symptoms, may affect heart circulation.

Question 10

what can be done for raynards syndrome. have poor circulation to the feet.

Accepted Answer

Raynaud's: This is a condition of cold fingers (and/or toes) that is often associated with the finger turning colors (blue, white, red). The cause is usually related to a cold stimulus, and resolves after warming up the hands/feet. It is due to spasm of the tiny capillaries, not due to "blocked arteries". There are some meds that make it worse, and some that can make it better. See your Dr for more advice.

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What's the difference between poor circulation and raynaud's?

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Does having poor circulation of the heart also apply to raynaud's as well?

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I have had symptom of ulnar nerve compression for 4 weeks in both arms. i suffer from raynauds, could these symptoms be due to poor circulation?

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I have lupus and raynaud's and livedo reticularis. could my poor circulation be causing my dizzy spells and brain fog? my cardiac workup was normal.

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I have hemiplegic migraine for years, as well as raynaud disease, is this a vasculitis issue or poor circulation? because i am experiencing difficulty walking, pins and needles, dizziness. what do i need to do? thank you

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I have raynaud's, what can i do to improve my circulation?

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What can be done for raynards syndrome. have poor circulation to the feet.

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