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10-Nov-2007, 18:37

Cyanosis:
Cyanosis is an abnormal blue discolouration of the skin and mucous membranes, indicating a problem with the perfusion of oxygen to the body’s tissues. Individuals with an oxygen saturation of less than 90% will normally present with cyanosis. Cyanosis may occur centrally or peripherally.

Possible causes:
Lung disease.
Anaemia.
Heart Failure.
Vasoconstriction (due to coldness).
[size=3]Arterial or venous thrombosis, e.g. Deep Vein Thrombosis.

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