Meaning of the word "Raynaud's phenomenon" in English
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Raynaud's phenomenon
US /ˈreɪ.noʊz fɪˈnɑːm.ɪ.nən/
UK /ˈreɪ.noʊz fɪˈnɑːm.ɪ.nən/
Noun
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a condition in which some areas of the body, especially the fingers and toes, feel numb and cool in response to cold temperatures or stress. In Raynaud's disease, smaller arteries that supply blood to your skin narrow, limiting blood circulation to affected areas (vasospasm).
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She was diagnosed with Raynaud's phenomenon after experiencing severe discoloration in her fingers during winter.
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People with Raynaud's phenomenon should avoid prolonged exposure to cold.
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