Q In the cold my fingers turn white, then blue, and when they warm up they go red and tingle. Is this just poor circulation?
A If the colour changes distinctly in stages, it should be distinguished from simple cold sensitivity. It may be an excessive constriction of blood vessels in response to cold air or stress. Because an underlying condition needs to be excluded, we recommend medical assessment first.
Detailed Answer
Sores on the fingertips that heal poorly, or accompanying joint pain, skin tightening or dry mouth, make assessment especially important. Smoking clearly worsens this reaction, so stopping comes first. Avoiding sudden temperature changes and putting gloves on in advance already reduces how often it strikes.
Korean Medicine Clinic Perspective
Once an underlying condition is excluded, Korean medicine care can help support flow to the periphery and reduce the frequency of these sharp constrictions. Where the colour change is marked or ulcers have formed, however, that specialty comes first.
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