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Suggest Treatment For Swollen And Painful Hand

Dear Dr, i had donated blood around a week ago. After 5 hrs, area where needle was inserted swelled and there was so much pain that i was not able to bend my hand. After 1 day pain and swelling reduced but there is still redness at some distance from that spot. i observe that redness is increasing and spreading to other parts with greenish effect. So is there any major injury due to needle? Pratik
Tue, 12 Jan 2016
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Hi Dear,

Welcome to HCM.

Understanding your concern. As per your query you have swollen and painful hand. Well there can be many reasons for symptoms you mention in query like hand injury , hypothyroidism , lymphedemaedema or allergy . I would suggest you to keep your hands clean and dry , apply petroleum jelly , take benadryl twice a day and take ibuprofen or acetaminophen for pain . If condition doesn't get well then consult dermatologist for proper examination . Doctor may order anti inflammatory along with immunosuppressants along with antibiotics . Doctor may also refer you to endocrinologist for thyroid problem .

Hope your concern has been resolved.

Get Well Soon.

Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
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Suggest Treatment For Swollen And Painful Hand

Hi Dear, Welcome to HCM. Understanding your concern. As per your query you have swollen and painful hand. Well there can be many reasons for symptoms you mention in query like hand injury , hypothyroidism , lymphedemaedema or allergy . I would suggest you to keep your hands clean and dry , apply petroleum jelly , take benadryl twice a day and take ibuprofen or acetaminophen for pain . If condition doesn t get well then consult dermatologist for proper examination . Doctor may order anti inflammatory along with immunosuppressants along with antibiotics . Doctor may also refer you to endocrinologist for thyroid problem . Hope your concern has been resolved. Get Well Soon. Best Wishes, Dr. Harry Maheshwari