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My hands feel tight but don't look swollen for about 3 weeks. i have occasional mild joint pain. i am a 45 yr old male.

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Ans: Well start to passively exercise the hands and get them moving. This will help you. What kind of work do you do? Do you use your hands excessively ?

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Answered 9/5/2018

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