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My lips turn blue and my finger tips swell about 10 minutes into working out. what would cause this? it also happens when i climb the stairs.
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Difficult to say,: but it could be a congenital heart condition. You should be examined by a doctor.
Answered 11/15/2014
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Cyanosis: If associated with shortness of breath or chest pain, see your physician immediately. If not, and becomes more severe see physician for possible Reynaud's disease.
Answered 11/15/2014
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