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What Causes Itchiness And Swelling In The Wrist And Thumb?
Evening. I was out trimming my virgina creeper and I noticed that the vein on my right hand from my thumb to just past my wrist ws bulging. I stopped what I was doing and took 2 benadryl. It is a bit itchy but no pain. The swelling appears to be going down. Should I be worried? Should I go to the doctor? I am thinking that maybe I was bitten by something? Jocelan
As a first line management, you can apply low potency steroid creams like betamethasone for symptomatic relief. If the lesion persists, it is better to consult a dermatologist and get evaluated.
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Dr. Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician
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What Causes Itchiness And Swelling In The Wrist And Thumb?
Hello, As a first line management, you can apply low potency steroid creams like betamethasone for symptomatic relief. If the lesion persists, it is better to consult a dermatologist and get evaluated. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician