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Pins and needles in hand
Lately i've been noticing that whenever there's a temp drop or whenever i feel cold. My palm completely turn red and i feel pins and needles pricking which is very very intense.
The sensation is very strong and i'm afraid of facing the next winter season now.
Please suggest and help.
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This sounds like Raynaud's phenomenon â cold triggers spasm of small blood vessels, causing redness and intense pins & needles. It's manageable. Keep hands warm with gloves, avoid cold exposure, avoid smoking and caffeine. Get an ANA blood test to rule out autoimmune causes. If very severe, a doctor can prescribe nifedipine which works well.
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Thank you for your query. Based on the limited information provided, I recommend a detailed consultation to review your medical history, symptoms, examination findings, and investigations before suggesting a treatment plan. Kindly connect with me on the Practo app for a personalized evaluation and appropriate management. Wishing you a speedy recovery.
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Cold-induced redness with intense tingling may be due to a circulation or nerve condition such as cold sensitivity. Consult a physician for evaluation, especially if symptoms are severe, recurrent, or if associated with color changes (white/blue) it could be raynaud
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Sounds like Raynaud's phenomenon or cold-induced vasospasm â palm turning red (not white/blue) with pain also fits chilblains
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Keep hands warm, wear gloves in cold/AC; if episodes worsen or color changes to white/blue, see physician for vascular/rheum workup (ANA, etc.)
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If fingers ulcerate, turn very pale, or you have joint pain/skin tightness too, get evaluated â could point to an underlying connective tissue disorder
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