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I woke up this morning with swelling in only my right hand and fingers along with my face and lips feel puffy too. no pain just tight. have sle and ra?

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No: This is not enough information to diagnose either one. The lip swelling even suggest an allergy You can discuss this with your physician

Answered 1/12/2016

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A member asked:

I woke up this morning with swelling in only my right hand and fingers along with my face and lips feel puffy too. no pain just tight. have sle and ra?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. John Goldman answered

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