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Last updated Monday, December 27, 2004
Prognosis
Episodes of Raynaud's phenomenon usually occur only once in a while and typically don't cause permanent damage. Some people, however, may have frequent and severe episodes.
Without treatment, secondary Raynaud's phenomenon can damage the affected part of the body. When blood does not flow adequately to the tissues, sores called ulcers may develop. If left untreated, these sores can become infected and may take a long time to heal. This kind of damage rarely happens in primary Raynaud's phenomenon. Therefore, it is important to find out what type of Raynaud's phenomenon is present so that the proper treatment can be applied to prevent damage.
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Curability
Although there is no cure for Raynaud's phenomenon, the condition can be controlled and symptoms can be reduced in most cases.
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