Possible Causes for Swelling of Hand Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Individuals will often shake their hands trying to obtain relief and may feel that their hand is swollen when no swelling is present. [rheumatology.org] Repetitive and forceful grasping with the hands or repetitive bending of the wrist may also contribute. [aans.org] The pain and swelling in the hand joints and wrists caused by arthritis also can be responsible. [rheumatology.org] Angioedema Angioedema symptoms include: Swelling around the eyes, lips and ears. Rarer cases will also get swelling on hands, feet and throat. [hives.org] Head: swelling of the eyelids, lips, facial skin, headaches, dizziness Genital organs: swelling of the external genital organs Arms and legs: swellings on hands, feet, arms [aha.ch] Swelling of the hands and feet Swelling of the throat Abdominal pain A rash that is not itchy Diagnosing & Treating Angioedema Your doctor will ask about your symptoms and [uvahealth.com] Hereditary Angioedema Symptoms include: Airway blockage -- involves throat swelling and sudden hoarseness Repeat episodes of abdominal cramping without obvious cause Swelling in the hands, arms [nlm.nih.gov] Symptoms Symptoms include: Airway blockage -- involves throat swelling and sudden hoarseness Repeat episodes of abdominal cramping without obvious cause Swelling in the hands [ufhealth.org] An HAE attack can result in rapid swelling of the hands, feet, limbs, face, intestinal tract, larynx (voicebox), or trachea (windpipe). [nlm.nih.gov] Hereditary Angioedema Type 3 Symptoms include: Airway blockage -- involves throat swelling and sudden hoarseness Repeat episodes of abdominal cramping without obvious cause Swelling in the hands, arms [medlineplus.gov] Figure 1: Hand swelling (left hand). She was referred to our obstetric outpatient ward for the care of pregnancy. [omicsonline.org] HAE is a potentially life-threatening condition that causes episodes of swelling in the hands, feet, stomach and even the face and throat. [healthstoriesproject.com] Ganglion Cyst It is a fluid-filled swelling on the hand, which is attached to a tendon sheath or joint via a long, thin tube-like stalk and is clothed in synovial membrane. [baur-fromberg.de] Ganglia constitute about 60% of chronic soft-tissue swellings affecting the hand and wrist. [merckmanuals.com] Ganglion cysts are the commonest type of swelling in the hand and wrist. [bssh.ac.uk] Hereditary Angioedema Type 2 Figure 1: Hand swelling (left hand). She was referred to our obstetric outpatient ward for the care of pregnancy. [omicsonline.org] Some symptoms of hereditary angioedema include: Swelling of the skin (most common symptom) Swelling of the hands and feet Fatigue Headache Muscle aches Skin tingling Abdominal [rxlist.com] […] of the hands and feet Laryngeal edema that can actually result in asphyxiation Multiple reoccurrence of the above symptoms What are the types or forms of hereditary angioedema [rxlist.com] Sickle Cell Anemia Swelling in hands and feet. Joint pain that resembles arthritis. Chronic neuropathic pain (nerve pain). Life-threatening infections. [my.clevelandclinic.org] Swelling in hands and feet. Joint pain that resembles arthritis. Life-threatening infections. Anemia (decrease in red blood cells). [my.clevelandclinic.org] Swelling of hands and feet. The swelling is caused by sickle-shaped red blood cells blocking blood flow to the hands and feet. Frequent infections. [mayoclinic.org] Edema But call your healthcare provider if you notice any of these signs of preeclampsia : Facial swelling Puffiness around your eyes More than moderate swelling of your hands Excessive [babycenter.com] Article Summary X To cure or alleviate edema, which can cause swelling in your hands, ankles, eyelids, or other body parts, take 15 to 30 minute walks several times a day, [wikihow.com] It's normal to have a moderate amount of edema in the ankles and feet during pregnancy, and you may also have mild swelling in your hands. [babycenter.com] Turner Syndrome It only affects females and can cause short stature, wide spaced nipple placement and congenital lymphedema (swelling of hands and feet). [adoption.umn.edu] On examination, her short stature, webbed neck, swelling of hands and feet, retrognathic face, and mild intellectual disability were noted. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov] The following signs are more common in women with Turner Syndrome than in the general population: short stature, lymphodema (swelling of hands and feet), broad chest and widely [isna.org] Proteinuria Symptoms Foamy urine Swelling of the hands, feet, face and/or abdomen Remember: In the early stages, proteinuria may not cause visible symptoms. [hopkinsmedicine.org] As protein levels increase, you may notice swelling (edema) of your hands or legs and your urine may become foamy. [oncolink.org] Significant loss of protein from the blood can affect the body’s ability to regulate fluids, which can lead to swelling in the hands, feet, abdomen and face. [labtestsonline.org.au] Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy […] syndrome because pain in the shoulder is associated with pain, swelling, and stiffness of the hand—only rarely develops in the wake of external injury. [britannica.com] We report the case of a 13-year-old girl that was seen for a painful swelling of the right hand associated with palmar hyperhidrosis, which occurred after a trauma to the [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov] (Photo provided by Jenny Loder) One symptom of RSD is swelling of hands and feet. Shown is Jenny Loder's left hand during an RSD flair up. [nj.com] Systemic Scleroderma Initial symptoms are non-specific and include fatigue, vague musculoskeletal complaints, diffuse swelling of hands, and Raynaud's phenomenon. [bestpractice.bmj.com] There may be swelling in the hands and feet, especially in the morning. [medicalnewstoday.com] Share on Pinterest Scleroderma can cause swelling of the hands and thickened skin on the fingers. Scleroderma means “hard skin.” [medicalnewstoday.com] Broken Hand There will be swelling of the hand along with discoloration or bruising in the affected area. Abrasions or lacerations of the hand are also likely to occur. [en.wikipedia.org] The swelling will be centered around your broken knuckle and may spread out to the rest of your hand. The swelling from a broken knuckle may be severe. [wikihow.com] […] good. [4] The knuckle, however, typically remains somewhat deformed. [5] Signs and symptoms [ edit ] The symptoms are pain and tenderness in the specific location of the hand [en.wikipedia.org] Primary Amyloidosis […] of hands and feet. [medicinenet.com] […] can include fatigue, shortness of breath, weight loss, lack of appetite, numbness, tingling, carpal tunnel syndrome, weakness, hearing loss, enlarged tongue, bruising, and swelling [medicinenet.com] Renal Glomerular Disease This results in fluid accumulation in the face, hands, feet, or ankles, which lead to swelling. [kidneyhealthcare.com] […] evident in your face, hands, feet and abdomen When to see a doctor Make an appointment with your doctor promptly if you have signs or symptoms that concern you. [mayoclinic.org] The extra fluid can cause swelling in body parts like your hands, ankles, or around your eyes. [kidney.org] Erythropoietic Protoporphyria The girl had a 4-month history of intermittent redness and swelling of the hands that worsened after prolonged outdoor activities. [mdedge.com] Case Report A five-year-old Caucasian girl presented to the emergency room in August with a complaint of swelling of both hands extending to the mid forearms accompanied by [jcadonline.com] Burr RD, Tyler WB, Miller OF (1993) Burning discomfort and swelling of the hands and face of a young child-erythropoietic protoporphyria (EPP). [springerlink.com] Minimal Change Nephropathy The usual symptom is ankle swelling, or swelling of the face and hands. This may come on quite suddenly, and may vary with the time of day. [kidney.org.uk] Nephrotic syndrome is a group of symptoms that includes low levels of protein in the blood, swelling of tissue (edema), especially around the eyes, feet and hands; and high [clinicaltrials.gov] Some symptoms of NS include: Swelling in parts of the body, most noticeable around the eyes, hands, feet, and abdomen (edema) Weight gain due to extra fluid building up in [nephcure.org] Gigantism The most common symptoms for patients with the hormonal disorder include abnormal growth and swelling of the hands and feet. [mdmag.com] When GH hypersecretion begins after epiphyseal closure, the earliest clinical manifestations are coarsening of the facial features and soft-tissue swelling of the hands and [merckmanuals.com] Gout This reaction causes inflammation, pain, and swelling. It usually occurs in the hands, wrists, ankles, and knees on both sides of the body. [medicalnewstoday.com] Inflammation also can occur in the knee, ankle, foot, hand, wrist and elbow. [ucsfhealth.org] Symptoms include pain, swelling and shiny redness over the affected joints. [southerncross.co.nz] Lupus Nephritis For many, the first noticeable symptom is swelling of the legs, ankles and feet. Less often, there can be swelling in the face or hands. [webmd.com] Initial symptoms of lupus nephritis can involve swelling of the legs, ankles and feet. Less common is swelling of the face or hands. [belmarrahealth.com] Myeloproliferative Disease […] of the hands and feet Anorexia ; unusual weight loss Loss of appetite Abdominal discomfort Stomach aches A feeling of abdominal fullness caused by enlargement of the spleen [diagnose-me.com] Essential thrombocytosis Heart attack or stoke Headache Burning or throbbing pain, redness, and swelling of the hands and feet Bruising Gastrointestinal bleeding or blood [mountsinai.org] […] patches on the skin Bruising Intense itching after bathing in warm water Burning or throbbing and burning pain in the skin, often with redness or darkened, blotchy areas Swelling [diagnose-me.com] Anaphylaxis […] of the feet, hands, lips, eyes, and sometimes the genitals low blood pressure and poor circulation leading to pale blue skin, a low pulse, dizziness, or faintness shock loss [medicalnewstoday.com] Symptoms of anaphylaxis include: a red raised itchy skin rash swelling of your eyes, lips, hands and feet narrowing of your airways which can cause breathing difficulties [hse.ie] […] swelling and itchiness on the skin, with hives, warmth, redness, and a rash stomach pain and cramps, with nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea anxiety and a feeling of impending doom swelling [medicalnewstoday.com] Amyloidosis […] of hands and feet. [medicinenet.com] Symptoms may include any of the following: Abnormal heart rhythm Fatigue Numbness of hands or feet Shortness of breath Skin changes Swallowing problems Swelling in the arms [medlineplus.gov] […] in hands and feet Weight loss Treatment and Clinical Trials Once an accurate diagnosis is obtained, a multidisciplinary treatment plan that is personalized is essential. [pennmedicine.org] Hereditary ATTR Amyloidosis Symptoms of cardiac amyloidosis may include: Diarrhea or malnutrition, caused by amyloid deposits in the gut Fatigue Heart palpitations Shortness of breath Swelling of the [kansashealthsystem.com] […] of hands and feet. [medicinenet.com] Call your healthcare provider immediately if you have: Puffiness or swelling in your face, feet, or hands New onset or worsening shortness of breath and coughing Blood in [tegsedi.com] Pigmented Villonodular Synovitis A nodule in the hand may have soft tissue swelling and bone erosion on plain x-ray. [web.archive.org] Here, we report a case of a 53-year-old male with a 9-year history of painless swelling in his left elbow and a few months of progressive weakness in his left hand. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov] A nodule that has developed in the hand might show signs of soft tissue swelling along with bone erosion on a plain x-ray. [hxbenefit.com] Pulmonary Edema She also noticed swelling of both lower limbs and hands. [edm.bioscientifica.com] Continued Symptoms of Edema Your symptoms will depend on the amount of swelling you have and where you have it. [webmd.com] On the other hand, a large allergic reaction (such as from a bee sting ) may cause edema on your entire arm that can bring pain and limit your arm's movement. [webmd.com] West African Trypanosomiasis This is called the haemolymphatic phase and may be associated with bouts of general malaise, fever, headaches, joint pain, itchiness, swelling of the hands, face, and feet [dermnetnz.org] These include fever, rash, swelling of the face and hands, headaches, fatigue, aching muscles and joints, itching skin, and swollen lymph nodes. [cdc.gov] These include fever, rash, swelling around the eye and hands, severe headaches, extreme fatigue, aching muscles and joints. [webmd.com] Mycobacterium Marinum Skin Granuloma tenderness, and stiffness of her entire left hand, wrist, and forearm. [nejm.org] The disease also presented as (C) a warty, verrucous plaque with an irregular border on hand, or (D) erythematous swelling of finger with pus discharge. https://doi.org/10.1371 [journals.plos.org] […] of treatment with antimicrobial agents and nonsteroidal antiinflammatory drugs, the initial inflammation and tenderness of her thumb had gradually progressed to diffuse swelling [nejm.org] PEHO Syndrome Oedema or swelling of the hands, feet and face is also a feature of PEHO syndrome which may be transient or permanent. [contact.org.uk] Tularemia A 29-year-old woman was admitted to the hospital because of swelling, erythema, and pain of the hand at the site of a cat bite. [nejm.org] The eye is infected (oculoglandular disease) when touched by contaminated hands, causing pain, swelling, and discharge. [rxlist.com] In glandular tularemia, there is significant swelling of a group of lymph nodes but no detectable sore. [rxlist.com]
