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I get pale, blueish hands sometimes. what does this indicate?
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Normal reactivity: The blood flow through our hands is highly variable. When exposed to heat or cold, our bodies cleverly increase or decrease the flow in response. For most people this is normal. Some people experience an extreme form of this response called raynaud's disease. It is best treated with conservative measures.
Answered 11/9/2014
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