10 RSD Symptoms (Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy)
Symptom #3: Redness and Warmth
Redness and warmth are cardinal signs of inflammation. Redness and warmth occur due to increased blood flow to the site of inflammation. The redness in reflex sympathetic dystrophy worsens with dependency. The redness usually gives way to cyanosis, pallor, and hyperhidrosis.
The redness is often most noticeable at the proximal interphalangeal joint and metacarpophalangeal joint flexion creases in the early stages of the disease. Inflammation may be reduced using nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) such as ibuprofen.
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