How do you cope with severe Raynaud’s syndrome (lack of blood flow to fingers and toes)?

After doing some research, I’ve realized I have severe Raynaud’s syndrome. My hands and feet are always ice-cold and white as can be. I play water sports, so after I get out of the pool, my feet burn just from touching the ground or putting shoes on and the swim suit on my nipples is more painful than I can explain. If I get too cold, I burn and it’s hard to move. Our financial situation isn’t peachy-keen either. What are my treatment options?

I have the same problems. When my hands turn ice cold, I run warm water under them to warm them back up. I also use hand warmers (you can get them at any hardware store like Menard’s, etc.) and sometimes even put them in my shoes to keep my toes warm. I even wear double socks sometimes, and constantly wear gloves. Raynaud’s is a pain in the butt but it is manageable. When my doctor diagnosed me, he gave me a pill for my blood pressure but it was expensive and I find more relief from my own remedies. I also heard fish oil can help but didn’t see any difference when I took them. Good luck and stay warm!=)

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