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My nail beds are constantly blue, independent of temperature. one doctor suggested dehydration was the cause, but staying hydrated has not helped.

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Dr. Bruce Jacobs answered

You could have: Raynauds syndrome,which makes the fingers turn colors.

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Answered 11/27/2017

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