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Suggest Remedy For Pain And Swelling In Knuckles During Cold Season
I live in Melbourne Victoria and it s in winter now. Some of my finger knuckles become red and swollen. They are not really hurt but when moving fingers I feel uncomfortable, particularly when bump them into something it really hurts. Thank you for your advice.
Tue, 12 May 2020
Hello,
Pain and swelling in knuckles during cold season is normal. Cold weather can cause small blood vessels near the surface of your skin to tighten. Once you warm up, these small vessels may expand too quickly. The swelling then irritates nerves in the affected area, causing pain.
Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Dorina Gurabardhi, General & Family Physician
Pain and swelling in knuckles during cold season is normal. Cold weather can cause small blood vessels near the surface of your skin to tighten. Once you warm up, these small vessels may expand too quickly. The swelling then irritates nerves in the affected area, causing pain.
Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Dorina Gurabardhi, General & Family Physician
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