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17 yr olds hands turn cold and reddish purple

for the last 6-8months my sons hands will turn red, purple and sometimes even have orange spots on them only when down at his sides for 5  min. or more. if he holds them above his heart they return to normal. they get so cold. also his toes go numb and turn white. its the weirdest thing. anyone have any idea?
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went to doc today they think maybe raynauds. dont know how they test for this but will go back in a few weeks
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Poor circulation... see a Dr about this.
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