Suggest Treatment For Swelling In Hands From Using Oil Based Wood Stain

Posted on Wed, 1 Apr 2015

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Wed, 1 Apr 2015 Answered on

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Question : My hands are swelling from using Oil Base wood stain is there something I can do to stop this?

Answered by Dr. Noble Zachariah (39 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Likely to get relief with antihistamine

Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Welcome and thanks for your query.
I understand your concern.
It is likely that you are allergic to the wood stain.
You can use an antihistamine like desloratidine.
If you are not better you would require to see a doctor as you might require steroid for relief.
If you require to use it again, it would be advisable to use gloves to avoid contact with the same.
Take care

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