What Is Raynaud's Disease?
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10. Prognosis
Raynaud’s phenomenon is a life-long disease that can have a great impact on the quality of life of people who experience it, especially if complications are common. It can cause great discomfort, but it does not tend to evolve over time. Primary Raynaud’s phenomenon has a good prognosis. It is not a cause of mortality and rarely causes complications. Additionally, in most cases prevention of episodes is simple and attacks can be handled with simple measures.
On the other hand, the prognosis for people with the secondary phenomenon is associated with the underlying condition. The severity of complications and the efficacy of treatment in restoring normal circulation will determine the prognosis for any affected body part. If you or someone you know exhibits manifestations of Raynaud’s phenomenon, be sure to contact a healthcare provider for early diagnosis and management.
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