Question 1

my hands after cold exposure were very itchy and red, what completely gone but since 3 weeks lower half of pointing finger my left hand is swollen.

Accepted Answer

Sounds like Raynauds: It sounds like you may have a reaction to cold called Raynauds phenomenon. It describe it to people as an "allergy" to cold. Your body is put into that environment and does not react to it the way it should. It is like a broken thermostat. My advise to you is seek a warm climate and stay out of the cold; and that includes the freezer section in the store.

Question 2

hand swollen and red after fire ant bites...itchy...am i allergic?

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Possible: Hard to tell as the fire ant bite is often red swollen and itchy just like really allergy. The protein component of the venom is indeed allergenic so subsequent stings may lead to progressively more severe reactions.  If this happens see your doc.

Question 3

my husband has a very itchy it kept him up all night rash on his left hand. what do i get for him to make it better?

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Hydrocortisone : you can try some over the counter hydrocortisone cream. If it's not better in a few days consult your doctor. Good luck!

Question 4

how are you? i'm having pain in the veins on my left hand and hands are very itchy. what could this be coming from? any ideas at all will be helpful!!

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Age?: We need to know your age. Please put it in your public profile. We cannot answer questions from minors.  Knowing your country or state helps, too. Age, location, and gender, can affect our answer, since some conditions are more likely in different places or in different age groups. Be honest! You expect if of us, and we expect it of you!

Question 5

i had small rash appeared on my left hand bum for almost 3 weeks very itchy n hot even when i dnt scratch the doctor said it might zoster he gave me medication i finished now its back again on the same place below the last one m scared now.

Accepted Answer

Dermatologist: This may be herpes zoster or type 2 herpes simplex. I recommend continuing antiviral medication and consulting a dermatologist for diagnosis and advice.

Question 6

i've seen this black hyper pigmented spot that's very itchy, on the index finger of my left hand. i've had the same patch on my left foot since i was 8 years old they can be very itchy. now i'm concerned. i do think it's genetic. my dad's got them?

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: You should see a dermatologist to find out what these areas are due to. If there is itch associated with them, perhaps they can be treated once a diagnosis is made. So, see a dermatologist for evaluation and treatment. Good luck!

Question 7

why is the palm of my left hand swollen ? should i b worried ?

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Exclude infection: It is rare to have swelling in this area, and the first thing to be excluded would be an infection; as you are in Belize, I would consider also unusual, slow growing infections such as those in the tuberculosis family, called 'atypical mycobacteria' some of which are present in marine environments. Hand infections can be serious, so please seek qualified medical attention.

Question 8

i went to the zoo got a itchy hand i woke up this morning with a itchy and swollen left hand it's like a dull itchy pain as well?

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See a doctor: There are a lot of possible causes, some of which would require treatment for you to be safe.  A doctor could probably quickly determine the cause by seeing and examining your hand, and asking a few more questions.  I recommend you contact a doctor.  I wish you well!

Question 9

two yr old son stung by something.part of left hand swollen, no puncture mark that i can see.no fever, ate dinner.best way to fix it?

Accepted Answer

Benadryl (diphenhydramine) and time: Benadryl (diphenhydramine) should help, that and a little time. If he gets numbness or loss of sensation because of the swelling then you should see a doctor right away. That is not very likely.

Question 10

i have swollen painful/itchy lumps under my armpits, mainly left hand side, following 3 weeks of  long and exhausting travelling. is it just due to fatigue?

Accepted Answer

Hydroadenitis: You should make sure that you do not have a condition known as hydroadenitis which can be provoked by using deoderants that contain aluminum.  If you switch to a non aluminum formula and the problem persists you should check with your primary care provider.

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My hands after cold exposure were very itchy and red, what completely gone but since 3 weeks lower half of pointing finger my left hand is swollen.

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Hand swollen and red after fire ant bites...itchy...am i allergic?

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My husband has a very itchy it kept him up all night rash on his left hand. what do i get for him to make it better?

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How are you? i'm having pain in the veins on my left hand and hands are very itchy. what could this be coming from? any ideas at all will be helpful!!

A member asked:

I had small rash appeared on my left hand bum for almost 3 weeks very itchy n hot even when i dnt scratch the doctor said it might zoster he gave me medication i finished now its back again on the same place below the last one m scared now.

A member asked:

I've seen this black hyper pigmented spot that's very itchy, on the index finger of my left hand. i've had the same patch on my left foot since i was 8 years old they can be very itchy. now i'm concerned. i do think it's genetic. my dad's got them?

A member asked:

Why is the palm of my left hand swollen ? should i b worried ?

A member asked:

I went to the zoo got a itchy hand i woke up this morning with a itchy and swollen left hand it's like a dull itchy pain as well?

A member asked:

Two yr old son stung by something.part of left hand swollen, no puncture mark that i can see.no fever, ate dinner.best way to fix it?

A member asked:

I have swollen painful/itchy lumps under my armpits, mainly left hand side, following 3 weeks of long and exhausting travelling. is it just due to fatigue?

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