A member asked:

Hi dr! i was tearing a few sheets and my palms seemed to become red and swell up. i let them rest but my right thumb is still swollen? is it serious or what might have happened?

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Dr. Mark Owolabi answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Seems like you possibly reacted to something. The most severe reactions occur rapidly within seconds to minutes, so if you’re steadily getting better after several hours, then that is a good sign. But of course you need to see a doctor if the swelling worsens.

Answered 3/17/2023

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