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What Causes Extensive Swelling In Left Arm From Fingertips To Elbow?
Question: I noticed today that I have extensive swelling only on my left arm, from my fingertips to my elbow. I have no fever and no pain. My skin feels the same temperature as my right arm. Should I plan a visit to Urgent Care?
Brief Answer:
Needs workup for the cause of unilateral edema
Detailed Answer:
Thank you for asking
I read your question and i understand your concern. unilateral arm swelling with no history of trauma or color change or temperature change should be evaluated as it could be vascular or local pathology. It needs a little work up like doppler sonogram and radiographs and other baseline work up and heart monitoring to sort it out.
I hope it helps. plan an urgent visit andlet them have a look. if the pain increases or temperature drops of the limb or color changes rush to ER.
Take good care of yourself and dont forget to close the discussion please.
Regards XXXXXXX
Needs workup for the cause of unilateral edema
Detailed Answer:
Thank you for asking
I read your question and i understand your concern. unilateral arm swelling with no history of trauma or color change or temperature change should be evaluated as it could be vascular or local pathology. It needs a little work up like doppler sonogram and radiographs and other baseline work up and heart monitoring to sort it out.
I hope it helps. plan an urgent visit andlet them have a look. if the pain increases or temperature drops of the limb or color changes rush to ER.
Take good care of yourself and dont forget to close the discussion please.
Regards XXXXXXX
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