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mynx

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on: Jun 27, 2018
Raynaud's phenomenon is a type of peripheral vascular disease. Describe the disorder.
 
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Question 2

In the term avulsion, the root vuls means:
 
  A) thin.
  B) hard.
  C) soft.
  D) to pull.


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Reply #1 on: Jun 27, 2018
Answer to Question 1

It is a disorder that generally affects the blood vessels in the fingers and toes. It is characterized by intermittent attacks that cause the blood vessels in the digits to narrow. The attack is usually due to exposure to cold or occurs during emotional stress. Once the attack begins, the patient may experience pallor, cyanosis, and/or redness in the affected part.

Answer to Question 2

D
Explanation: D) Correct. The root vuls means to pull.


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