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How do i know whether i have primary or secondary raynauds?
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Secondary has cause: When a patient has raynaud's phenomenon (vasospasm leading to poor circulation in the fingers and toes), his doctors will look for the common causes such as autoimmune disorders, drug side effects, hormonal imbalances, etc... If no medical condition is found that is causing the symptoms, then the disorder is called "primary". If a condition is found, then the disorder is "secondary".
Answered 1/30/2013
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Prim or Sec Raynauds: Have your doctor send you to a board certified vascular surgeon who can provide a number of tests to determine whether you have raynaud's and if it is primary or secondary.
Answered 3/26/2013
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