These comments are made for the purpose of discussion and should NOT be used as recommendations for or against therapies or other treatments. An individual patient is always advised to consult their own physician.
Raynaud’s Phenomenon
Question: My 12 year old daughter has Raynaud’s and is effecting her
bones. Is there any relief for her stiff joints, other than Advil?
Will she progressively get worse, and be homebound?
Answer: Raynaud’s Phenomenon usually doesn’t cause still joints, just loss of blood to the fingers and feet (usually provoked by cold, vibration, exercise, etc.). However, Raynaud’s is often seen with other connective tissue diseases which do cause stiff joints. So, her prognosis depends on the other diagnosis. Treatment for Raynauds (usually vasodilators like procardia, etc.) is often helpful.
