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A MyFibroTeam Member asked a question 💭
Sheffield, UK

In the past week I've had blue marks down my face, across my chest and on my hands.
I've noticed my palms go quite grey and my finger nails turn purple.

The dr can't find anything wrong with me so this is my last resort for some kind of answer

Thanks.

April 25, 2017
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Members responded to someone experiencing blue and purple discoloration on their face, chest, hands, and fingernails by strongly suggesting... Read more

Members responded to someone experiencing blue and purple discoloration on their face, chest, hands, and fingernails by strongly suggesting they seek a second opinion and request referrals to a rheumatologist and dermatologist, as many recognized these symptoms as potential signs of Raynaud's phenomenon or poor circulation. Several members shared that cold hands and feet combined with color changes in their extremities were key indicators of Raynaud's, which was diagnosed by their rheumatologists, though most noted they had never experienced facial discoloration. A recurring theme was frustration with the original doctor's dismissive response and encouragement to advocate firmly for proper testing, including blood oxygen levels, heart function, and circulation checks.

A MyFibroTeam Member

with my Raynauds my hands do the same as yours if they're even the least bit cool, but I've never had it happen on my face but they HURT when it happens.(classic Raynauds) I agree with the suggest to go to a dematologist

April 27, 2017
A MyFibroTeam Member

@A MyFibroTeam Member, sounds like raynauds

April 25, 2017
A MyFibroTeam Member

Rachelmounfield bull bump ! there is a reason they are turning purple ! i stand by what i said before ! i mean i am no expert but i did only do 6 months in surgical room ,and have had 12 surgery's and about to have another one on the 15 th of next week ! but i pray for you girl ! love ya

April 28, 2017 (edited)
A MyFibroTeam Member

I would check with another doctor and get another opinion. Never heard of that with fibro. Are you on any medications? If so, check the side effects.

April 27, 2017
A MyFibroTeam Member

@RachellMounfield sweet heart you mentioned your finger nails turning purple , that sweet heart is uselly means poor circulation and not enough blood circulating ! that is why you are not allowed to wear finger nail polish in surgery . because they look at your nails to make sure all is well ! you need to be seen honey ! if your DR is not taking any test then if i was you i would get a second opinion ! love peace and joy ! your sister in CHRIST michele

April 27, 2017

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