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My hand get swollen when i'm working, and hurt very bad in the wrist and finger joints. why is this happening?
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Hand swelling: Consider arthritis, overuse, sprain, strain. Check with orthopedic surgeon.
Answered 10/4/2016
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Tendonitis?: You could have problems with the tendons or the joints. If cutting back on your activity level doesn't clear up the problem you should get looked at by a doctor to get a diagnosis.
Answered 9/28/2016
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