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Can it be possible for stress to make your hands swell?
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Yes: Yes it can. It is related to alterations of blood supply to the hands caused to significant stress.
Answered 12/22/2013
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Unlikely: Unlikely, unless physical stress at wrist producing carpal tunnel compromise.
Answered 12/24/2013
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