Question 1

i am taking cymbalta (duloxetine) for fibromyalgia and have gained 20lbs with hand and feet swelling. are there other drugs that treat fibromyalgia with less side ?

Accepted Answer

Possibly: All medication have side effects.  There are a number of medication that are indicated for fibromyalgia.   Lyrica, savella, (milnacipran) effexor, Pristiq and muscle relaxants have all been shown to be helpful for fibro.  Regular, moderate, non-impact aerobic exercise and cognitive behavioral therapy have been shown to be as if not more effective than medication and have almost no adverse effects.

Question 2

severe burning sensation.left hand only.wakes me at night.episodic(4 episodes past 20 years.previously just tingling/numb).2nd episode w severe pain & whole hand swelling(last was 2 years ago:took 30 mg cymbalta for 3 weeks).began cymbalta 2 weeks ag?

Accepted Answer

Carpal tunnel: Your symptoms may suggest a carpal tunnel syndrome which is due to a median nerve compression at the wrist. An exam can usually make the diagnosis. An electromyogram can be helpful as well. See a rheumatologist, orthopedist or hand surgeon.

Question 3

i started taking cymbalta (duloxetine) could it cause burning and itching of hands and feet and sour stomach and loose bowls ?

Accepted Answer

Yes: It can cause all those things, although the itching hands is less common.  More info on side effect here: http://www.Webmd.Com/drugs/drug-91491-cymbalta+oral.Aspx?Drugid=91491;drugname=cymbalta+oral;pagenumber=6 
also, if you are taking it for depression, be aware that medication alone is not optimal treatment.  Consider psychotherapy, or psychotherapy + meds.

Question 4

ever since starting an extremely low dose of metropolol 12.5 mg my hands and feet are very cold..don't get it ..is it normal..also take cymbalta (duloxetine) 60?

Accepted Answer

Metoprolol side-eff.: www.drugs.com lists paleness and coldness of the fingers and toes as side effects of metoprolol. If you need a beta-blocker, ask your dr. For something like bystolic, (nebivolol) especially since you have shortness of breath and metoprolol can cause that as well.Cymbalta raises blood levels of metoprolol, so while it might appear that your dose is low, your blood level could be higher than you expect.

Question 5

swelling of the hands and feet--worried?

Accepted Answer

How about concerned?: It is not a normal scener to have swollen hands and feet. So, i would visit an internist for a good history and physical.

Question 6

how can i avoid swelling in my hands and feet during pregnancy?

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Several things: Exercise helps maintain muscle tone which can help with swollen feet.  Avoid excess salt intake.  You can wear stockings.  Swimming is one of the best ways to deal with swelling.

Question 7

pain in hands and feet . feeling heavy and like swelling in hands and feet . and when exercise feel pain in hands and feet after some time?

Accepted Answer

Joint pain: Pain in hands and feet with swelling  that gets worse with exercise needs to be evaluated for various causes to include inflammatory joint disease, thyroid disorders etc . Time to follow up with your doctor.

Question 8

hi. i have had severe pain and swelling in my hands for a couple of weeks. it gets worse at night and sometimes extends to my feet and is tingly?

Accepted Answer

Severe pain?: If your pain is severe, you should see a doctor for evaluation.   Period.

Question 9

what causes swelling in hands and feet?

Accepted Answer

Depends where swell: It depends if  the swelling is in the joints, or the entire hand  and foot is  this the same in each. Most commonly the swelling in the feet  is edema.  There is  unilateral swelling in reflex  dystrophy and  s3pe. If the individual joints are  swollen this can suggest polyarthritis like rheuamtoid  arthritis. There are a  variety of  other  causes depnding where  the swelling is and its intensity.

Question 10

swelling of hands and feet after chemotherapy?

Accepted Answer

Well-known: Chemotherapy-induced acral erythema. Your oncologist is familiar with this and the fact that it's occurred may affect choice of chemotherapeutic agents in the future for you. Ask whether a trial of vitamin b6 would be permissible.

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I am taking cymbalta (duloxetine) for fibromyalgia and have gained 20lbs with hand and feet swelling. are there other drugs that treat fibromyalgia with less side ?

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Severe burning sensation.left hand only.wakes me at night.episodic(4 episodes past 20 years.previously just tingling/numb).2nd episode w severe pain & whole hand swelling(last was 2 years ago:took 30 mg cymbalta for 3 weeks).began cymbalta 2 weeks ag?

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I started taking cymbalta (duloxetine) could it cause burning and itching of hands and feet and sour stomach and loose bowls ?

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Ever since starting an extremely low dose of metropolol 12.5 mg my hands and feet are very cold..don't get it ..is it normal..also take cymbalta (duloxetine) 60?

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Swelling of the hands and feet--worried?

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How can i avoid swelling in my hands and feet during pregnancy?

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Pain in hands and feet . feeling heavy and like swelling in hands and feet . and when exercise feel pain in hands and feet after some time?

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Hi. i have had severe pain and swelling in my hands for a couple of weeks. it gets worse at night and sometimes extends to my feet and is tingly?

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What causes swelling in hands and feet?

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