It is a condition that causes the arteries that supply certain parts of the body to go into a sudden temporary spasm which causes intermittent narrowing. The affected part of the body is often the fingers or toes but ears and nipples can also be affected by the restricted flow of blood to these areas.
As the arteries narrow, the part of the body affected by a lack of blood flow can change colour from white to blue and when the blood is able to flow again red. As this happens it can cause:
Although this is not a life threatening condition it can last from a few minutes to several hours and can be painful, making the affected part difficult to use.
There is no known cause in most cases and this is called primary Raynaud’s. It can be caused by:
If you have secondary Raynaud’s which means it has been caused by something, treating the underlying condition or changing our medication may help. You will need to see your GP for advice on this.
To book an appointment or find out more please contact us, call Anne Marie, Sally or Helen on 01773 687349 at Acorn Natural Health Centre, 17a Market Place, Heanor, Derby DE75 7AA (next to Birds)