Discoloration (from pale to blue, black, red )of the extremities caused due to lack of blood supply because of cold and emotional stress is called Raynaud's disease.
It is more common in women then men.
Symptoms of Raynaud's Disease
The following are some of the symptoms of Raynaud's Disease :
When exposed to cold or the triggering emotional stress the fingers and toes become pale, cold and numb and then blue when the oxygen supply is depleted. When the blood supply returns on warming the extremities turn red with tingling and swelling.
People suffering, should keep their extremities warm by wearing gloves and socks. They should stay away from artificially cooled places like highly air conditioned spaces and touching cold objects. Patients are advised against decongestants, caffeinated food, smoking as it is known to trigger or worsen the disease.. Patients should also stay away from emotional stress
Homeopathic treatment for Raynaud's Disease
It depends on the extent of the disease. In mild to moderate cases heat bands and hand warmers are used on the wrists blood vessels .In extreme cases medicines are used to dilate blood vessels or antidepressant medicines to prevent frequency and severity of disease.
Homeopathy can reduce the severity and frequency of attacks
Treated cases on Raynaud's Disease