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Suggest Treatment For A Swollen Hand With Sores

a family memeber has slightly swollen rt hand with many round red sores on his hand. he has his rt arm wrapped but states these sores are all over that arm as well. he says he got into nettles! I am not sure I believe this answer ( for many reason-not medical) never-the- less I am concerned. can you enlighten me ?
Tue, 5 Jan 2016
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Hi Dear,

Welcome to HCM.

Understanding your concern. As per your query you have swollen hand with sores. Well there can be many reasons for symptoms you mention in query like Poison ivy, oak, and sumac , sunburn , allergic reaction , glomerulonephritis , rheumatoid arthritis , acute kidney failure or drug allergy . I would suggest you to keep your hands clean and dry , clean them with betadine and take over the counter antihistamine like benadryl twice a day . Keep yourself hydrated , If condition doesn't get well then consult general practitioner for proper checkup . Doctor may order allergy test , blood test along with physical examination . Doctor may prescribe immunosuppressants , anti inflammatory or may refer you to allergy specialist or nephrologist .

Hope your concern has been resolved.

Get Well Soon.

Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
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Suggest Treatment For A Swollen Hand With Sores

Hi Dear, Welcome to HCM. Understanding your concern. As per your query you have swollen hand with sores. Well there can be many reasons for symptoms you mention in query like Poison ivy, oak, and sumac , sunburn , allergic reaction , glomerulonephritis , rheumatoid arthritis , acute kidney failure or drug allergy . I would suggest you to keep your hands clean and dry , clean them with betadine and take over the counter antihistamine like benadryl twice a day . Keep yourself hydrated , If condition doesn t get well then consult general practitioner for proper checkup . Doctor may order allergy test , blood test along with physical examination . Doctor may prescribe immunosuppressants , anti inflammatory or may refer you to allergy specialist or nephrologist . Hope your concern has been resolved. Get Well Soon. Best Wishes, Dr. Harry Maheshwari