Raynaud's Syndrome Treatment Guidelines

Primary Raynaud's disease is not linked to other diseases and is typically less severe. Secondary Raynaud's syndrome (Raynaud's phenomenon) is associated with underlying diseases like connective tissue diseases and can cause more severe symptoms.

Raynaud's syndrome affects up to 1 in 20 people in the U.S. Primary Raynaud's is more common, while the secondary form, linked to underlying diseases, is less common but more serious.

Healthcare professionals should evaluate symptoms, perform physical exams, and conduct diagnostic tests like nailfold capillaroscopy and blood tests to differentiate between primary and secondary forms.

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