A characteristic distinguishing primary Raynaud phenomenon from secondary Raynaud phenomenon includes which of the following?
A) Vasospasm
B) Digital ischemia with pain
C) Triphasic demarcated skin
D) Cold and achy improving with warming

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In primary Raynaud phenomenon, there is triphasic demarcation of the skin-white, cyanotic, and reperfused-and vasospasm that lasts a minutes to less than an hour, areas of cold, and an achy feeling that improves with rewarming. In secondary Raynaud phenomenon, there is intense pain from digital ischemia.

A Characteristic Distinguishing Primary Raynaud Phenomenon from Secondary Raynaud Phenomenon