Raynaud Phenomenon
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Raynaud phenomenon is a vessel abnormality caused by overactivity of smooth muscle in the wall of arteries, causing contractions, or vasospasms, of the small vessels that supply blood to the arms, legs, hands, and feet. Raynaud phenomenon is usually diagnosed in persons younger than 40 years and occurs 5 times more frequently in women than in men.
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Raynaud phenomenon refers to reversible ischemia of peripheral arterioles.
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