Description
Raynaud's Disease is a disease of the Extremities.
The discoloration of Extremities due to extreme cold and stress is Raynaud's Disease.
The Blood flows in the whole body through the Bloodstream. It carries nutrients and supply them to all parts of the body. Every cell of the Body gets energy from these nutrients. But in case of Stress and cold the Blood Vessels become narrow. Blood fails to reach the Extremities and the Skin. This results in discoloration of the Fingers, Nails, Toes and the Nose. Call it Raynaud's Disease. The affected part becomes pale. It causes Numbness and Tingling.
When the Raynaud's Disease occurs of its own or there is no other cause for this, then it is termed as Primary Raynaud's Disease .
When Raynaud's Disease is caused by an Injury, Illness or Medications, then it is termed as Secondary Raynaud's Disease.
Causes of Raynaud's Disease
Stress
Lupus
Frostbite
Medications
Scleroderma
Atherosclerosis
Thyroid Problems
Burger's Disease
Cold Temperature
Buerger's disease
Exposure to Chemicals
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Injury to Blood Vessels
If not treated properly, Raynaud's Disease may cause
Ulcers
Gangrene
Differential Diagnosis Please differentiate between Raynaud's Disease and Poor Blood Circulation.
Raynaud's Disease is an extreme case. The extremities get so cold that they get discolored. It is an Attack. It only occurs in extreme cold and When you are stressed. It is temporary and not permanent.
Poor Blood Circulation occurs all the time. Do your hands and Feet remain cold ? You may be Suffering from Poor Blood Circulation. Yes 1. There is no discoloration.
Materia Medica for Raynaud's Disease
Single Herb Blood Capillaries become narrower in case of Raynaud's Disease. It results, the restriction in blood flow.
Cypress Essential Oil strengthens the capillaries and thus the blood can flow in a proper way.
Add 10 to 15 drops of Cypress Essential Oil in 2 teaspoons of Olive Oil. Massage the affected part with this lukewarm preparation for 10 minutes daily.