What is CREST (aus.medical term or diagnosis??
Question: medical condition or abbreviation in w. australia please explain
Answers: CREST is a syndrome.
C - Calcinosis. Calcium deposits, usually in the fingers.
R - Renaud's phenomenon. Fingers and hands become cold and blue in response to stress or cold. Vasospasms of the fingers/hands.
E - Esophageal dysmotility. Loss of muscle control in the esophagus.
S - Sclerodactyly. A tapering deformity of the bones of the fingers.
T - Telangiectasias. Small red spots on the fingers, face or inside of the mouth.
There are several good sites online to research CREST syndrome. If you receive this diagnosis, you would need to see a rheumatologist for treatment.
Answers: CREST is a syndrome.
C - Calcinosis. Calcium deposits, usually in the fingers.
R - Renaud's phenomenon. Fingers and hands become cold and blue in response to stress or cold. Vasospasms of the fingers/hands.
E - Esophageal dysmotility. Loss of muscle control in the esophagus.
S - Sclerodactyly. A tapering deformity of the bones of the fingers.
T - Telangiectasias. Small red spots on the fingers, face or inside of the mouth.
There are several good sites online to research CREST syndrome. If you receive this diagnosis, you would need to see a rheumatologist for treatment.
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