What RA does
As I approach my one year anniversary of being diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis and fibromyalgia (because I didn't have enough ailments prior to then), I can reflect back. Although my mother has had RA for more than 20 years and I thought I was fairly educated on the subject, its different when you are the one living with the disease. To be fair, I will say I had long since moved out of my parent's house when my mother was diagnosed so I was exposed to less of the day to day issues. For many of those years, I was busy with a career which involved lots of travel and pressures. But now that it is affecting me, I find I ha...
Source: Caroline's Breast Cancer Blog - September 3, 2013 Category: Cancer Tags: fibromyalgia side effects medical treatment rheumatoid arthritis Source Type: blogs
Difference between Vasoconstriction and vasospasm
Both entities refer to contraction of vascular smooth muscle.Vascular smooth muscle tone is under the control of autonomic neuro and humoral system.
Local mechanical , stretch receptors also play a role .( local temperature -Cold vasoconstriction , warmth relieves it ) Abnormal elevated vascular tone occur in pathological situations ( Vascular interventions, surgery , drugs, extreme cold , )
Both terms are closely related often used interchangeably .There are some subtle differences though , mainly in the usage pattern.
Vasospasm
Is generally a regional phenomenon implying central mechanisms ...
Source: Dr.S.Venkatesan MD - July 31, 2013 Category: Cardiology Authors: dr s venkatesan Tags: Cardiology -unresolved questions raynaud phenomenon vaso constriction vaso spasm what is the difference between vasospasm and vasoconstriction ? Source Type: blogs
Why Is Raynaud Phenomenon So Variable?
Q. "My sister has Raynaud phenomenon, and refuses to do grocery shopping because, she says, she can't walk down the freezer aisle without her fingers turning white. But she skis all day, out on the cold slopes, without complaining. I say if she can ski, she can go out to buy the frozen mac and cheese for the family. Am I right?" John from Ohio...Read Full Post (Source: About.com Heart Disease)
Source: About.com Heart Disease - June 17, 2013 Category: Cardiology Source Type: blogs
Raynaud Phenomenon
In people who have Raynaud phenomenon, the blood vessels in the fingers (and sometimes the toes) have an exaggerated response to cold or emotional stress, causing striking discoloration, numbness, tingling and sometimes pain. In severe cases, actual tissue destruction can occur....Read Full Post (Source: About.com Heart Disease)
Source: About.com Heart Disease - June 3, 2013 Category: Cardiology Source Type: blogs
Common Symptoms of Raynaud's Disease
Raynaud's Disease is not well-known, and so some people don't even realize they have it. Here are some common symptoms to understand if you or someone you know has Raynaud's.Contributor: Keri WithingtonPublished: Feb 15, 2013 (Source: Most Recent Health Wellness - Associated Content)
Source: Most Recent Health Wellness - Associated Content - February 15, 2013 Category: Other Conditions Source Type: blogs
Common Triggers for Raynaud's Syndrome Attacks
If you have Raynaud's, you are used to your fingers feeling like ice. Find out what may be triggering your attacks and how to better manage your condition.Contributor: Keri WithingtonPublished: Feb 07, 2013 (Source: Most Recent Health Wellness - Associated Content)
Source: Most Recent Health Wellness - Associated Content - February 7, 2013 Category: Other Conditions Source Type: blogs
Wayback Wednesday: (Devilish) Raynaud's Syndrome
Do your hands go numb or turn blue sometimes? Especially now that the weather's turning colder? I received this message from a reader not long ago, which reminded me of yet another add-on ailment I haven't addressed in a while:"I was diagnosed wit... (Source: Diabetes Mine)
Source: Diabetes Mine - October 14, 2009 Category: Endocrinology Authors: Amy Tenderich Source Type: blogs
(Devilish) Raynaud's Syndrome
Ever heard of Raynaud's Syndrome? Nobody seems to be able to confirm whether this odd circulation disorder is related to diabetes, but I have my suspicions.Also known as Raynaud's Phenomenon (or Raynaud's Disease), this is a condition involving "... (Source: Diabetes Mine)
Source: Diabetes Mine - November 30, 2005 Category: Endocrinology Authors: Amy Tenderich Source Type: blogs
