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Are Constant Pain And Swelling In The Limbs Signs Of Arthritis?
I m a 41 yr old woman and have noticed over the past couple of weeks or so that my hands are swollen, slightly painful and hard to make a fist or use them for that matter upon awakening. However, most recently I ve noticed that s it s not just when sleeping, but rather when lying down that causes this onset. Could it be arthritis or perhaps some more serious vascular issue?
Mon, 9 Dec 2019
Hello,
It may be due to arthritis.
For that you may require X Ray of affected joints, RA factor after ESR, c reacting protein after orthopedician consultation.
Till then you can take tablet acetaminophen for pain.
Do regular physical therapy
Take calcium rich diet
Hope I have answered your query and let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr Shyam Kale
Family and general physician
It may be due to arthritis.
For that you may require X Ray of affected joints, RA factor after ESR, c reacting protein after orthopedician consultation.
Till then you can take tablet acetaminophen for pain.
Do regular physical therapy
Take calcium rich diet
Hope I have answered your query and let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr Shyam Kale
Family and general physician
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