Raynaud's syndrome, also known as digital artery spasm disease, is a condition caused by dysfunction of the nervous system leading to spasm of the digital arteries. The clinical symptoms of Raynaud's disease are characterized by intermittent pallor, cyanosis, or erythema in the extremities, mainly affecting the fingertips symmetrically. These symptoms are often triggered by cold or emotional excitement and are more common in young women.
Dean Zhao Yujie of Shanxi Yikang Peripheral Vascular Hospital (http://www.sxykmgy.com) introduced that besides receiving standardized treatment, daily care and health maintenance are also very important for patients with Raynaud's syndrome. Understanding these aspects can be very helpful for curing the disease!
Patients with Raynaud's syndrome must follow their doctor’s advice to take medication reasonably and not stop taking medicine arbitrarily. They should have confidence in overcoming the disease, avoid being pessimistic all day, maintain an open-minded and optimistic attitude, and control their emotions. Emotional fluctuations should not be too extreme; if necessary, sedatives can be used. Attention should be paid to keeping warm, avoiding exposure to cold air or contact with cold water and objects. Various injuries should be avoided. Drinking a small amount of alcohol to increase blood circulation is beneficial, while smoking should be avoided because nicotine can stimulate vascular contraction. Timely treatment at hospitals specializing in Raynaud's syndrome using traditional Chinese medicine should be sought to avoid misuse of Raynaud's drugs. Regular check-ups at specialized hospitals for Raynaud's syndrome are recommended.
(1) Regulate emotions. Since the onset of Raynaud's disease is closely related to the patient's emotional changes, factors such as tension, fear, or excitement can lead to disorders in the patient's qi and blood flow, causing vasospasms and worsening the condition. Therefore, patients should maintain a relaxed and pleasant spirit, avoiding or eliminating emotional excitement and unnecessary mental stress, which is crucial for Raynaud's disease.
(2) Keep warm. The occurrence of Raynaud's disease is closely related to cold stimulation. Cold can exacerbate vasospasm, ischemia, and other symptoms in the affected limbs, thereby worsening the disease. Keeping warm can alleviate vasospasm in the patient's limbs and improve peripheral blood circulation. Therefore, patients should avoid exposing their affected limbs to cold and pay attention to keeping warm, especially during cold winters.
(3) Prevent external injuries. When the blood vessels of the affected limbs repeatedly spasm and become ischemic, it reduces the body's ability to resist infections. Even minor injuries can easily cause infection, ulcers, or gangrene in the affected limbs. Therefore, patients should pay attention to preventing external injuries.
(4) Strictly quit smoking. Smoking can exacerbate vasospasm in patients, so quitting smoking is an important consideration for patients with Raynaud's disease.
Shanxi Yikang Peripheral Vascular Hospital is a distinctive specialty hospital focusing on integrated traditional Chinese and Western medicine. If you have issues related to peripheral phlebitis, venous thrombosis, varicose veins of the lower extremities, phlebitis, diabetic foot, arteriosclerosis obliterans, Raynaud's syndrome, etc., you can directly consult our hospital, and we will wholeheartedly answer your questions! Finally, all the medical staff of Shanxi Yikang Peripheral Vascular Hospital sincerely wish all patients a speedy recovery!
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