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Why do your fingers swell when being warmed after being exposed to the cold?
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Circulation: Cold constricts blood vessels heat dilates blood vessels wider vessels mean more circulation and hence more "fluid" and a bit more swelling. There systemic pathologies that could be at play though, so if unsure consult with an md.
Answered 9/28/2016
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