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My nails always turn to purple when i took bath and under cold temperature. is it a symptom for certain disease?

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Maybe: It could be an indication of raynauds disease or syndrome. The cold water is causing constriction of the small blood vessels and therefore decreasing blood flow.

Answered 2/17/2013

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