What do you know about Raynaud’s phenomenon?

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A is characterised by vasodilation
B causes hot, red feet
C starts as white patches of skin
D is caused by a bacterial infection
E may require vasodilator treatment

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  1. E is the answer and the winners are Solace and Clement but we seek Solace permission to cede the award to 8th Avenue
    Raynaud’s phenomenon is characterised by vasospasms of arterioles and
    arteries in the extremities resulting in blanching, cyanosis and numbness. This
    is followed by redness and throbbing pain. It is mostly idiopathic in origin and
    secondary causes include occlusive arterial disease and trauma. It may be
    triggered by exposure to extreme cold and other factors that may cause
    vasoconstriction such as smoking. Treatment includes nifedipine because it
    dilates coronary as well as peripheral arteries. Nifedipine is useful in reducing
    the frequency and severity of attacks.

  2. E is the answer and the winners are Solace and Clement but we cede his permission to award it to 8th Avenue.
    Details below:
    Raynaud’s phenomenon is characterised by vasospasms of arterioles and
    arteries in the extremities resulting in blanching, cyanosis and numbness. This
    is followed by redness and throbbing pain. It is mostly idiopathic in origin and
    secondary causes include occlusive arterial disease and trauma. It may be
    triggered by exposure to extreme cold and other factors that may cause
    vasoconstriction such as smoking. Treatment includes nifedipine because it
    dilates coronary as well as peripheral arteries. Nifedipine is useful in reducing
    the frequency and severity of attacks.

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