RT Journal Article
SR Electronic
T1 Raynaud phenomenon in children
JF Canadian Family Physician
JO Can Fam Physician
FD The College of Family Physicians of Canada
SP 264
OP 265
VO 65
IS 4
A1 Ran D. Goldman
YR 2019
UL http://www.cfp.ca/content/65/4/264.abstract
AB Question I have several patients, mostly girls, who are living with Raynaud phenomenon. Does this condition appear in children, and what should be the course of action?Answer Raynaud phenomenon, described in the 1860s, can present in children and even in the first decade of life. While most children will have primary Raynaud phenomenon, with no serious adverse consequences, in others it might be a sign of a pending systemic disease. Those children with a positive reaction to antinuclear antibody, specific autoantibodies associated with connective tissue disease, or nail fold capillary changes require referral to a pediatric rheumatologist and close follow-up.