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Think husband has raynaud's. better to see rheum or derm? how is it diagnosed?
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If Raynaud's: Then rheumatologist would a good choice, but if uncertain, dermatologist could certainly diagnose. Until then avoid cold exposure, stop smoking if he does. Best of luck.
Answered 12/6/2013
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Rheumatologist: As a dermatologist i diagnose raynaud's regularly. However, i always have my patients followed by a rheumatologist too.
Answered 6/11/2014
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