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What causes sudden swelling of hands and feet? felt slightly flushed too. salt? hormones? what can i do to make it go away?

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Dr. Alan Ali answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Edema?: Swelling can usually result from accumulation of fluids, such as in anemia, high blood pressure, heart problems, alcohol, effect of medications, etc. Recommend workup by your pcp to find the cause & treat that.

Dr Kass agreed

Answered 2/17/2013

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