Question 1

what home remedy can be done for swollen hand? or whatcan i do it's been 2 days i put hot compress and massage it i think massaging it makes it worse.

Accepted Answer

Elevation...: Above the level of your heart is probably the most important initial maneuver. Usually there is a reason for a swollen hand (e.g. Infection or injury.) if it does not improve with elevation, you should be evaluated by a doctor.

Question 2

i have red bumps on the back of my forearm to my elbow and swollen hands and fingers, what is this and treatment?

Accepted Answer

Red bumps and finger: Swelling can mean a lot of things but a common problem on the elbow and extensor surface of the forearmm that can be associated woth sudden finger swelling or knuckle arthritis especially the distal joints near the finger tips is psorasis and psoriatic arthritis. Onset of rashes and joint swelling needs to be evaluated in person by a medical provider.

Question 3

what can i do about swollen hands?

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Hydrate: Unfortunately, there is not much that can be done for benign swelling related to pregnancy. Staying hydrated and decreasing salt intake will help.  Be warned that swelling usually gets worse right after the baby is born, then improves over a few weeks postpartum.

Question 4

what can i do to treat swollen hands?

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Many reasons : You should see your physician to make sure that there is not another reason for your hands to be swollen.  There are many reasons for swollen hands that need to be evaluated.

Question 5

what can cause me to wake up with swollen hands?

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Variable: Arthritis, overuse, vascular problems...

Question 6

what is the definition or description of: swollen hands?

Accepted Answer

It is normal for the: To swell when you sleep
fluid that is extracellular mredistributes 
when you sleep . Diet salt and some medical conditions that affect water retention may influence this . A salty meal is a common cause unless other health issues exist.

Question 7

can hashimotos disease cause swollen hands?

Accepted Answer

Doubtful: If someone has very low levels of thyroid hormone due to the Hashimoto's thyroiditis, leg swelling can result.  I'm not aware of it affecting the hands.

Question 8

what can be done to help stinging swollen hands?

Accepted Answer

Get a diagnosis: You need to see a doc to get a diagnosis as to why your hands are swollen and stinging.  The list includes anything from allergic reactions to arthritis to real "zebras" like raynaud's. Toyota spends 95% of the energy on figuring out the problem because if you treat the wrong problem, you're screwed; medicine should be the same way.  A good doc needs to know all details and examine before rxing.

Question 9

possible for celiac disease cause swollen hands?

Accepted Answer

Autoimmunity: As part of a related autoimmune condition and/ or arthritis it may.
Especially if the joints of your wrist or fingers are swollen and tender you should see a physician, preferably a rheumatologist who can help accurately diagnose and treat this problem.

Question 10

i often wake up with swollen hands & face. what could be causing this?

Accepted Answer

It is normal for the: To swell when you sleep
fluid that is extracellular mredistributes 
when you sleep . Diet salt and some medical conditions that affect water retention may influence this . A salty meal is a common cause unless other health issues exist.

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What home remedy can be done for swollen hand? or whatcan i do it's been 2 days i put hot compress and massage it i think massaging it makes it worse.

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I have red bumps on the back of my forearm to my elbow and swollen hands and fingers, what is this and treatment?

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What can i do about swollen hands?

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What can i do to treat swollen hands?

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What can cause me to wake up with swollen hands?

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What is the definition or description of: swollen hands?

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Can hashimotos disease cause swollen hands?

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What can be done to help stinging swollen hands?

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Possible for celiac disease cause swollen hands?

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I often wake up with swollen hands & face. what could be causing this?

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