Fingers that change color

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If fingers that are exposed to cold or stress turn pale or change colors, it is a sign of cyanosis. Cyanosis is a bluish discoloration of the skin and mucous membranes from lack of oxygen.

Blanching of the fingers; Fingers - pale

Raynaud's phenomenon may cause sudden change in the finger color.

• Arterial insufficiency or spasms of arteries that supply blood to the fingers and toes
• Systemic lupus erythematosus
• Necrotizing vasculitis
• Scleroderma

Review Date: 08/02/2005
Reviewed By: Ariel D. Teitel, M.D., M.B.A., Chief, Division of Rheumatology, St. Vincent's Hospital, New York, NY. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.