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Is it normal for fingertips to look wrinkled when cold? they don't turn white or blue.

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Dr. Hirenkumar Italia answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Fingerprint: Yes. That is reflex response of skin to react to temperature changes.

Dr Fowler and another doctor agreed

Answered 10/16/2015

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