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What Causes Swelling And Tingling In Hands?

a friend (72 yrs old) woke up this morning with her hands both)swollen..... some tingling..... the swelling went down within an hour.... she had some tingling for a few minutes after that and then every thing cleared up... no other problems since then...... i told her i would look on the symptom check her on this sight... i found nothing helpful on that....
Wed, 15 Mar 2023
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Hi,

Swelling and tingling in the hands can be caused by a variety of factors, including injury, inflammation, infection, and nerve-related conditions. It is possible that your friend's symptoms may have been due to temporary fluid retention, such as from sleeping in an unusual position, or may have been related to an allergic reaction to something that she came into contact with.

However, if her symptoms persist or worsen, it is important to seek medical attention to rule out more serious underlying conditions, such as carpal tunnel syndrome, peripheral neuropathy, or arthritis. A doctor may recommend further tests or imaging studies to determine the cause of the symptoms and develop an appropriate treatment plan.

Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Priyanka, General & Family Physician
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What Causes Swelling And Tingling In Hands?

Hi, Swelling and tingling in the hands can be caused by a variety of factors, including injury, inflammation, infection, and nerve-related conditions. It is possible that your friend s symptoms may have been due to temporary fluid retention, such as from sleeping in an unusual position, or may have been related to an allergic reaction to something that she came into contact with. However, if her symptoms persist or worsen, it is important to seek medical attention to rule out more serious underlying conditions, such as carpal tunnel syndrome, peripheral neuropathy, or arthritis. A doctor may recommend further tests or imaging studies to determine the cause of the symptoms and develop an appropriate treatment plan. Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Priyanka, General & Family Physician