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What Causes Swelling Along With Redness In The Left Hand?
Question: For a male friend: Swollen left hand with redness on the surface. Could it be heart related? Painful as well with loss of use.
Brief Answer:
Veins thrombosis can be the reason.
Detailed Answer:
Hello.
Thank you for the query.
No, it is not heart related. Heart related issue would cause cold and pale hand.
In his case it may be caused by veins thrombosis or soft tissues inflammation.
It would bd good to have it checked with Dopplers ultrasound. He should consult a doctor.
Hope this helps.
Regards.
Veins thrombosis can be the reason.
Detailed Answer:
Hello.
Thank you for the query.
No, it is not heart related. Heart related issue would cause cold and pale hand.
In his case it may be caused by veins thrombosis or soft tissues inflammation.
It would bd good to have it checked with Dopplers ultrasound. He should consult a doctor.
Hope this helps.
Regards.
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