Question 1

16-year-old with sudden onset of burning, itching, bright red hands and feet that sometimes tingle. what could it be?

Accepted Answer

Multiple answers: This could be due to a medication the child is taking; overexposure to the sun; an allergic reaction to food as this is some form of allergic reaction with a vascular-blood vessel condition.  Please see your pediatrician for the exact reason.

Question 2

i get very sharp heart pain that lasts about 2 seconds, not brought on by exercise, but i have red hands and feet. i have anxiety, is this bad?thanks

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Chest pain : Heart pain always lasts more than two seconds. The pain isn't likely heart related.  Should see your doc to discuss red hands and feet. Anxiety about heart not necessary.

Question 3

purple/red hands and feet, look like corned beef and very cold.feels lightheaded often especially when standing up, even when getting up very slowly. ?

Accepted Answer

Sympathetic tone: Your symptoms may be due to a benign condition, or it could be the result of a serious underlying problem. Seek the advice of your doctor for definitive diagnosis.

Question 4

i have had burning red hands and feet for 3 weeks even hot to touch, now they are not hot but the skin is peeling as well as from knees and elbows?

Accepted Answer

Dermatitis: Your symptoms certainly warrant an evaluation by a dr.  A dermatologist specializes in skin conditions and it appears you definitely have some dermatitis that may be caused by several different factors, such as a contact irritant, an underlying psoriatic condition possible, etc.  Best wishes.

Question 5

what causes the red hands and tingling?

Accepted Answer

Possibities: Color change may be Raynaud's, tingling may be vascular or carpal tunnel syndrome.  See a hand specialist for further answers.

Question 6

what causes blotchy purple and red hands?

Accepted Answer

Raynaud's phenomenon: Raynaud's phenomenon is a vasospastic disorder causing discoloration of the fingers, toes, and occasionally other areas. Named after french physician maurice raynaud (1834–1881), the phenomenon is believed to be the result of vasospasms that decrease blood supply to the respective regions. Stress and cold are classic triggers.

Question 7

i often suffer from extremely hot, and very red hands, but it can happen at anytime for no particular reason.do you have any ideas as to why?

Accepted Answer

Raymauds: Raynaud's phenomenon (rp) is a condition resulting in a particular series of discolorations of the fingers and/or the toes after exposure to changes in temperature (cold or hot) or emotional events. Skin discoloration occurs because an abnormal spasm of the blood vessels causes a diminished blood supply to the local tissues.

Question 8

i have very swollen/ red hands all of the time for the last 3 yrs. when i put pressure on them they turn white. what could be underlying causes?

Accepted Answer

Chronic hand SX: You should see your local doctor for a thorough history and exam that may shed light on what could be causing this.

Question 9

why do i have red hands?

Accepted Answer

Uncertain: Is skin overly dry?  Dermatitis?   Raynaud's?  You would likely need to be assessed to determine the reason.

Question 10

how to get rid of dry red hands?

Accepted Answer

See below: If it is eczema, use moisturizing ointments multiple times a day on you hands to keep moisture in.  Also, steroid creams can help reduce inflammation.  The 3 first rules for eczema care per dr. Ronald hanson of phoenix children's hospital (who edits the largest pediatric derm book) are:  1) moisturizing, 2) moisturizing, and 3) moisturizing!

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16-year-old with sudden onset of burning, itching, bright red hands and feet that sometimes tingle. what could it be?

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I get very sharp heart pain that lasts about 2 seconds, not brought on by exercise, but i have red hands and feet. i have anxiety, is this bad?thanks

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Purple/red hands and feet, look like corned beef and very cold.feels lightheaded often especially when standing up, even when getting up very slowly. ?

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I have had burning red hands and feet for 3 weeks even hot to touch, now they are not hot but the skin is peeling as well as from knees and elbows?

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What causes the red hands and tingling?

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What causes blotchy purple and red hands?

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I often suffer from extremely hot, and very red hands, but it can happen at anytime for no particular reason.do you have any ideas as to why?

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I have very swollen/ red hands all of the time for the last 3 yrs. when i put pressure on them they turn white. what could be underlying causes?

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