Health Checks Worth Doing on a Regular Basis

Illness is something we as humans are forever dreading, especially since we know some cases can be chronic or life-threatening. The worst part is, we don’t realize we're ill until the symptoms become unavoidable. By following the self-checks below you can assure yourself of your body's health - they’re quick, easy and definitely worth knowing! You’d be surprised to see what the smallest sign in your body may indicate.

1. Check your eyes for cholesterol levels
A lack of white in your eyes normally indicates that you’re tired or hung-over, but surprisingly enough, excess white in your eyes, such as a white line circling your iris, might be indicative of high cholesterol levels. Finding that your eyelids have a flat, yellowish color with velvety patches is also a serious sign. Do not let this symptom go unnoticed and risk getting further complications, such as coronary heart disease, which can lead to heart attacks in the future. See your GP to get your cholesterol checked and treated!

2. Count your moles to check for skin diseases

Moles are generally harmless, but if you find that you have more than 50 moles on your body, take this as a big warning sign, especially if they are multi-colored, growing in size, seem inflamed, or have a ragged edge. If you notice any of these signs in your moles, a good idea would be to regularly keep a record of their development by taking photos so it would be easier for your doctor to inspect them. If your moles also start to redden, become itchy or even bleed, seek medical advice as soon as possible. Such unusual-looking moles may be the cause of a type of skin cancer called malignant melanoma. Take our moles test to see if you know your moles.

3. Look for signs before you flush the toilet

Our excretions can also tell us about the health of our intestines, our digestion and our level of hydration. Every stool color, for instance, indicates different dietary causes or even problems. For example, a yellow color indicates excess fats, due to a malabsorption disorder such as celiac disease. What is most worrying is finding black or red stools, which may signify stomach or intestinal bleeding. These call for prompt medical attention. Urine can also be checked for its color: A pale color signifies good health, whereas a dark yellow color might mean you're dehydrated and need to increase your intake of water. Learn more about what the color of your urine says about your health.

4. Check your eyebrows for thyroid health

If you notice an unusual lack of thickness in your eyebrows, it could be that you are suffering from an underactive thyroid, which means that your thyroid gland is not producing enough hormones. You may need to speak to a doctor, especially if you are also gaining weight and feeling tired and/or depressed. A blood test should easily confirm this problem. If left untreated, it might lead to heart disease, the appearance of goiters, pregnancy complications and other health issues.

5. Watch your stomach for signs of Ovarian cancer

Bloating in your stomach area can have a range of different causes, including menstruation, intolerance to dairy products, eating too fast, constipation, medical side-effects, and a typically common assumption - weight gain. However, did you know this could also be the cause of very serious health conditions? Ovarian cancer is one of them, and its symptoms also include nausea and persistent pain or cramps in the stomach or back. Speak to a doctor if you experience these in a severe way so you can treat it in its early stages. Reduce general stomach bloating by eating more slowly, consuming less carbonated drinks, and avoiding chewing gum and drinking through straws.

6. Check your breathing by doing some step-ups
Have you been feeling more tired than usual after climbing up a flight of stairs? This can also be directly connected to your health. Doing some exercise can both act as a test for yourself and also as a practice. Step-ups are mostly recommended because they elevate the heart rate and hence our breathing. For this exercise, you must find a relatively high step (not higher than your hips) and step up and down. Try doing 70 of these in three minutes and then put your fingers on your pulse to check it. If it’s over 100 and you’re still out of breath 10 minutes after the exercise, then you need to consider exercising more frequently. Lack of exercise can lead to serious diseases such as obesity, breast cancer, diabetes, high blood pressure, and even early death.

7. Calculate the time you spend sitting down daily

As we become more technology-dependent, we are adopting more of a sedentary lifestyle. According to the US Women’s Health Study, women over 50 who sit for 11 hours a day reduce their life expectancy by 9 years! The consequences for a sedentary lifestyle can be very serious, including deep vein thrombosis, colon cancer, osteoporosis, kidney stones and a Spinal disc herniation (slipped disc). Improve your lifestyle by adding regular physical activity to your routine, at least 2.5 hours a week.

8. Look out for temperature changes in your body
Care for your blood vessels' health and circulation by observing the temperature changes in your body, especially in extreme temperature conditions. Excess heat from the sun, stress, and eating very spicy food may cause flushing in the face – particularly redness in the cheeks and nose. This means that the blood vessels are dilating and this may not be a healthy sign, especially if you are a woman between 30 and 55. Cold conditions can be just as dangerous to our body if we aren’t prepared for them – frequently experiencing cold feet or hands indicates lack of circulation, which could lead to Raynaud’s disease (suffering from excessively reduced blood flow). So, make sure to take the necessary precautions before this becomes a risk!

9. Inspect your nipples for signs of breast cancer

A well-known pointer that calls for a professional body check-up is having abnormalities in your nipples. Be on the look-out for inward-facing nipples as this could be a typical sign of breast cancer. If your nipples show any eczema, discharge or bloodstains, take action. Make sure to look out for these signs regularly when showering and find time to do regular exercise, eat plenty of fruit and vegetables, and drink less alcohol to reduce the risk of getting breast cancer.

10. Examine your nails to look out for fungal infections
It is rather easy for toenails to get an infection and one of the obvious symptoms of this event is when the nail becomes discolored, thickens, or becomes brittle, causing discomfort in your feet. Keep your feet safe from this by checking them regularly, keeping them clean and dry from excess sweat due to the heat, using shoes that are just right for your feet and not too old, not trimming or picking the skin around the toenails, and avoid walking barefoot in public places. If you do suffer from an infected toenail, seek medical assistance and use antifungal spray or powder to treat it.

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Laboratory tests for Lupus

Lupus is a difficult disease to diagnose because its symptoms can be vague. And unlike some other diseases, it cannot be diagnosed with a single lab test. 

Lupus is an autoimmune disorder that is about 10 times more common in women than in men. In lupus, the immune system, which normally protects against infections, produces an inappropriate immune response against its own tissues. This immune response can cause inflammation and damage to many areas of the body, including the skin, joints, blood vessels, and internal organs, specially kidneys, heart, lungs and the brain. Some women with lupus may have only vague, mild symptoms while others can experience various troubling symptoms that come and go over time. Women with lupus have a higher risk of other health conditions including heart disease, kidney disease and osteoporosis. There are several types of lupus; the most common is systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE), which affects many areas of the body. SLE is most frequently seen in people between the ages of 15 and 44, although children, including newborns, and older adults can also have lupus.

CAUSE OF LUPUS
The cause of lupus is not fully understood. It is thought to involve both an inherited component and a trigger that may be related to environmental factors, such as exposure to sunlight, and/or the use of certain medications and viral infections. Lupus may coexist with other autoimmune disorders, some forms of haemolytic anaemia, Hashimoto thyroiditis, and idiopathic thrombocytopenia purpura (ITP).

SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS
Diagnosis of lupus can be extremely challenging, especially because of its wide range of symptoms that can flare up and subside and change over time. A healthcare practitioner must rely on laboratory test results, clinical symptoms, and the person’s medical history for diagnosis. The signs and symptoms may vary from person to person, and by the type of the lupus. People with lupus may develop a rash, such as:
· A rash resembling a butterfly that appears across the nose and cheeks (malar rash)
· A red rash consisting of round or oval-shaped patches (discoid rash)
· A rash on areas of the skin that are exposed to sunlight (typically the face and extremities)

A rash is typically the only symptom in discoid and subacute cutaneous lupus. People with other types of lupus may have a combination of the following additional signs and symptoms:
· Muscle pain
· Arthritis-like pain in one or more joints (but no or little joint damage)
· Fever
· Persistent fatigue
· Swollen lymph nodes
· Sensitivity to sunlight
· Raynaud phenomenon
· Hair loss
· Anaemia
· Mouth ulcers

Inflammation and damage to organs and tissues, including the kidneys, lungs, heart, lining of the heart, central nervous system, and blood vessels
Symptoms of lupus may come and go over time and vary from person to person. They may worsen abruptly and die down. Flare-ups may be triggered by changes in someone’s health status, such as physical or emotional stressors, and during pregnancy and after child-birth in women.

LABORATORY TESTS FOR AUTOANTIBODIES
As the diagnosis of lupus is challenging, it is made by clinical evaluation of physical signs and symptoms in combination with tests that can help to confirm the condition or rule out other causes of the person’s signs and symptoms.
The following laboratory tests may be useful in the diagnosis of lupus:·
 Anti-nuclear antibody (ANA) – positive in almost all people with SLE, although it can also be positive with those with other autoimmune diseases as it indicates a stimulated immune system
· Anti-Sm antibody (Anti-Smith antibody) – usually seen only in those with SLE
· Anti-double stranded DNA (Anti-dsDNA) – high levels are characteristic of active SLE
· Anti-SSA and Anti-SSB – may also be positive
· Anti-RNP – may be positive
· Anti-chromatin antibodies – may be present in people with SLE who are positive for ANA but negative for anti-dsDNA
· Histone antibodies – for drug-induced lupus
· Antiphospholipid antibodies – such as lupus anticoagulant, anticardiolipin, anti-beta2 glycoprotein I

Other general tests that may be useful for evaluating someone with or suspected of having of having lupus:
· Urinalysis – may show blood, urinary casts, or protein in the urine, which can indicate kidney involvement
· Complete Blood Count (CBC) – may reveal anaemia and decreased numbers of white blood cells and platelets, which can occur with lupus
· Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (CMP) – indicates current status of the kidneys and liver as well as electrolyte and acid/base balance and levels of blood glucose and blood proteins
· Serum Protein Electrophoresis – gamma globulin protein levels are indicative of inflammatory diseases such as SLE
· C-reactive protein (CRP) – another marker of inflammation that may be elevated with lupus

IMPORTANT THINGS TO CONSIDER
There are several things to keep in mind regarding lab tests for lupus:
· Lab tests usually cannot diagnose lupus. Signs and symptoms of the disease are also important.
· When a positive anti-nuclear antibody test (ANA) is accompanied by several other clues that doctors look for in diagnosing lupus, it is often a strong indication to consider lupus.
· It is common for positive lab tests to come and go over time. If this happens, it is less likely that one will receive a lupus diagnosis, though still possible.
· It is very common to get different results in different labs.
 
(The writer is Consultant Pathologistl)

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Surprising Causes Of Hand Numbness

Most people associate hand numbness with carpal tunnel syndrome, and it is certainly true that this symptom is one of the manifestations of this disease. However, this seemingly-harmless symptom can actually point to various, often very dangerous, diseases. Sometimes, hand numbness can even be an early sign of a medical emergency. Therefore, it is certainly useful to know the less-known causes of hand numbness, which is what we discuss in this article.

1. Diabetic Neuropathy

This is a type of nerve damage that occurs in some patients suffering from diabetes. High blood glucose levels can damage nerves throughout the body, but, most often, it affects nerves in the extremities.

Nerve damage manifests itself in the form of tingling, loss of sensation and control, pain and numbness in the hands and feet. Diabetic neuropathy is considered a serious complication of diabetes and, in severe and untreated forms, it can even require amputation.

Luckily, a regular maintenance of blood sugar levels can usually prevent the development of diabetic neuropathy completely.

2. Brachial Plexus Injury

Hand numbness may indicate an injury of a set of nerves in your shoulder called the brachial plexus. These nerves (pictured below) connect your spinal cord to your shoulder, arm and hand, and an injury in one of these nerves can be quite disabling.

Brachial plexus injuries are more common than you might think:

• They are known as stingers or burners in the sports world, and contact sports athletes get them a lot.
• Babies can suffer from an injured brachial plexus during birth.
• Inflammation and tumors, too, compress and disturb the brachial plexus.

These injuries usually heal completely or in part, but it takes time and avoidance of further damage, though sensation in some parts of the arm and hand may never fully recover.

3. Vitamin B12 Deficiency

Something as trivial as a vitamin B12 deficiency can cause peripheral neuropathy, a nerve damage in your extremities.

A lack of this essential vitamin B 12, in our daily intake can lead to pernicious anemia, which affects the functioning of neurons, usually starting from the extremities.

This is only one symptom of the deficiency, others include:

• Headaches
• Shortness of breath
• Fatigue
• A bright red smooth tongue.

Vitamin B12 deficiency is a serious chronic condition that, in most cases, can be easily treated with supplements.

4. Ganglion Cysts

These non cancerous tumors can develop along the joints of your wrists and hands, as well as ankles and feet, although it is fairly rare. These cysts vary in size, and they feel like a bead filled with fluid.

Depending on their size and location, they can press on the nerve and interfere with movement. This can be painful, and can cause numbness in the hand, which likely means that the cyst will have to be removed or drained by a professional.

5. Lyme Disease

Let us just mention that this medical condition is transmitted to humans through tick bites.

Lyme disease is on the rise worldwide, and it is dangerous because many people don’t even suspect they have it until it’s too late, as it can cause severe nerve damage and heart problems.

Still, if you catch the disease early, patients can recover completely. Numbness in the hands can be a sign of developing Lyme disease.

6. Raynaud’s disease

To put it simply, patients with Raynaud’s syndrome can suddenly have very poor blood circulation in the hands. The cause varies from person to person, with anything from cold temperatures to stress being capable of causing an episode.

During an episode, a person fingers (or toes) suddenly turns white. After a few minutes, the person loses sensation in the area and the affected region turns blue and cold, and numb, which means that the blood circulation was cut off from that area.

Mild episodes subside on their own, but more severe cases can be dangerous if not treated, as the tissues in the affected area may start deteriorating and amputation may be necessary to prevent further damage of the healthy tissue.

7. Multiple Sclerosis (MS)

You have nothing to fear if you experience numbness or weakness in the hands after a long day of typing or work that requires a lot of small motor movements, but recurring numbness is never a good sign.

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If you find that regular hand numbness and weakness is accompanied by tremors, migraines, a lack of coordination and confusion, you have to see a doctor, as it may indicate MS.

Unfortunately, this disease is still incurable, but doctors learned to manage the progression of the symptoms, which can really improve the quality of life of MS sufferers.

8. Cervical Disk Degeneration

With age, the cartilage disks that prevent our vertebrae from rubbing and affecting each other wear down. These disks are made of a gel-like substance, which gradually lose water and do a worse job at preventing friction and trauma of the nerves.

This process is called disk degeneration, and the disease linked to it is called degenerative disc disease. Among the symptoms of this disease in the cervical area are radiating pain in the arm, as well as loss of sensation in the hands.

Factors like smoking, lack of exercise, obesity and genetic predisposition can make the disks wear down faster, with people as young as 20 now experiencing the first signs, according to some sources.

9. Paraneoplastic Syndromes

Admittedly not very common, these syndromes are a side-effect of fighting cancer. Paraneoplastic syndromes can affect any system, but it most commonly attacks the nervous system.

In these cases, your immune system attacks any nerve in the nervous system, the brain, or the spinal cord, but it commonly affects peripheral nerves and causes neuropathic symptoms, among which is loss of sensation. With time, the symptoms may improve, but some patients experience residual effects.

10. Fibromyalgia

Fibromyalgia is a difficult condition to live with or treat, as the causes are unknown, though professionals believe that both psychological and biological factors may influence the progression of the disease. It is also more common in women than in men.

Most known for the tender points, which cause constant pain to the patient (shown in the picture above), this condition has many other manifestations, with the symptoms following being just a few common ones:

• hand numbness
• fatigue
• restlessness
• trouble falling asleep
• anxiety
• depression.

11. Stroke

One of the early signs of stroke can be sudden-onset hand numbness, often accompanied by the inability to lift the affected hand.

It also needs to be noted that usually affects only one side of the body.

The possibility of stroke is a medical emergency, and if you experience these symptoms, along with other stroke symptoms, don’t hesitate and go to the emergency room.

The earlier you get a treatment, the more likely you are to recover without any major disability.

Disclaimer: If you experience recurring hand numbness, please turn to your doctor, who will be able to diagnose you. The facts in this article are provided for informative purposes only.

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The Most Common Causes & Solutions For hand Swelling

Many of us have experienced the uncomfortable sensation of swollen hands, which can occur suddenly without warning. This nuisance may only last for a few minutes on many occasions, but on others, it can persist for much longer. But is there a reason to panic?

 

In most cases, the answer is NO. What's happening in our palms, hands and fingers reflects what is happening both inside and outside our bodies. These factors are rarely a cause for concern. However, in those few cases where there is a problem, it’s good to be able to identify it and understand whether it’s treatable at home, or if it’s time to see a doctor.

 

1. Carpal tunnel syndrome
2. Excess sodium
3. Swollen hands during exercise
4. Seasonal swelling
5.Lymphedema
6.Osteoarthritis
7. Raynaud syndrome

8. Other possible causes

1. Carpal Tunnel Syndromw
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome occurs when the median nerve is compressed as it travels through the wrist at the carpal tunnel and causes pain, numbness, and tingling in the part of the hand that receives sensation from the median nerve. This is a very common syndrome in both men and women of various ages and occurs mostly in people who engage in monotonous actions (such as office work).

If treated early on, the problem is easily remedied, but the longer it takes to diagnose and treat, the longer the healing process takes.

Home treatments require several actions:
• Icing – If you suspect that the source of the inflammation is from a repetitive action, ice your wrists twice a day for 15-20 minutes each time. Use an ice pack or a bag of frozen peas wrapped in a towel. Avoid placing the ice directly on your skin.
• Take breaks – If you keep bending your wrists and fingers repeatedly when doing computer work, sewing, or knitting, make sure you take a 5 to 10 minute break every hour and avoid straining your wrists during those breaks.

Carpal tunnel stretches – This simple exercise can help reduce the pain: touch your thumb to your pinky and then bend the 3 remaining fingers onto the “bridge” they formed. Use your other hand to push down those fingers, but don’t do it too hard. While holding the fingers down, try straightening them. You will feel the carpal tunnel getting stretched. Maintain this pose for 5 seconds and release. Perform this exercise five times a day.
• Massage – Apply hand or body lotion to your hand and use the opposite hand to gently apply pressure, while rubbing the lotion in. The massage will increase blood flow to the area and will reduce the pain. The massage should take about 5-10 minutes and be repeated twice a day.

In more severe cases, where the pain is persistent, contact your family doctor. They might recommend a steroid shot or another medical treatment.

2. Too much sodium Excess consumption of fried and salted foods may lead to swelling in the hands . The swelling appears along the fingers, from base to tip. The reason for this is that the body needs to maintain the sodium-water balance, so it compensates by retaining fluids in the hands and feet. The swelling usually goes away within a day, unless there is a lot of salt in your system. If this is a regular occurrence, try removing salt from your diet for a week and see if the issue persists.
3. Swollen Hands While Walking If you feel like your hands swell after you have been walking, then you’re not alone. This is a common phenomenon that happens as a result of changing weather conditions, body temperature changes, and an electrolyte imbalance . Electrolytes are minerals that the body needs and their levels relative to water must remain balanced to prevent tissue swelling. When we sweat – we lose electrolytes, which can cause our body to swell as a result.

Prevention:
• Remove anything that may put pressure on your fingers or arms before exercising. Avoid wearing rings, watches, and tight-sleeved shirts.
• Carry with you an item you can grab in your hands from time to time during the exercise, to encourage blood to flow to your palms. The point of this action is to improve circulation, so don’t grab the item too hard. You can use a small water bottle, a rubber ball, a cane, or any other cylindrical object that isn’t too heavy.

• Keep your arms loose by straightening your arms before you start your walk, and rotating them. Repeat a few times during the walk. Straighten your arms and, one hand at a time, do a full circle backward, with your palm facing out. Repeat this exercise 10-15 times for each hand. During your walk, stretch your hands up above your head for a few seconds from time to time.
• Keep your hands open when you walk and try to leave them as loose as possible. Bunch them into a fist from time to time for a few seconds, then open them up again, stretching the fingers as much as you can, and pretend you’re playing a piano for a few seconds.

• Hold your hands close to your torso and move them parallel to the body, without letting them meet. If your hands touch at chest height you’re moving your hands incorrectly.
• Make sure you drink a lot of water before you go on your walk. This will prevent an imbalance in your salts/liquid ratio that may lead to more swelling. To make sure you drink enough, weigh yourself after drinking, then once more after the exercise. If your weight decreases – you did not drink enough.

4. Seasonal swelling
This type of swelling occurs during the summer in both your hands and feet simultaneously, and can even cause swelling in your arms and legs. While this is an unpleasant occurrence, it's also temporary. Heat causes your blood vessels to swell, in order to cool our body faster. During these times, some fluids in your bloodstream may leak into the surrounding tissues, causing the swelling. This is normal and the swelling will subside on its own. If the swelling is accompanied by pain, contact your doctor.
5. Lymphedema Lymphatic edema occurs when localized fluid retention and tissue swelling is caused by a compromised lymphatic system, which normally returns interstitial fluid to the thoracic duct and then the bloodstream. The swelling can spread to your arms and legs, and the skin will often feel taut or thicker than usual. Lymphedema may appear after a surgical procedure, or in rare cases from lymphoma. The first few times, the symptoms will disappear on their own but do not neglect this, otherwise, it will become a chronic condition.
Treatment options:
• Rest – When the symptoms first manifest and the skin is still soft, make it a priority to allow the hand to rest and remain as elevated as possible. This is done to reduce pressure on your lymphatic system and prevent fluid retention
 • Compression bandaging – Contact your doctor to get a pressure bandage. This will prevent the edema from spreading.
• Combined physical therapy – This treatment includes localized massages, and recommendations for physical exercise that will work the muscles in the affected area, which will help fluid drainage. Therapy will also include guidelines for maintaining hygiene in the area and prevention of infections.
6. Osteoarthritis
Swollen knuckles and the joints in your fingers can be the result of osteoarthritis. This usually occurs as a result of damaged cartilage, growth of bone “spikes” in the joints, which will usually be accompanied by repeating inflammations, swelling, burning sensation in the fingers, pain, and stiffness. Osteoarthritis may appear due to age-related processes, or after trauma to the cartilage (due to disease or other causes).

At this time, there are no treatments to heal the inflammation, that is why early diagnosis is very important if you wish to keep your joints in a good condition, and be pain-free. If you notice symptoms similar to those mentioned above, ask your doctor for an X-ray of your hands. If the problem is the result of damage to the cartilage, it will be visible in the X-ray and the state of the inflammation can be determined.
In later stages, painkillers will be administered either via pills or through localized injections, along with personalized physical therapy. If the pain persists, consider acupuncture, as it has been shown to help some osteoarthritis patients.

7. Raynaud syndrome
This is a disease that causes swelling in the hands due to a malfunction in the part of the brain that is in charge of your blood vessels, causing them to constrict in cold temperatures or when under mental stress. In the case of cold temperatures, people with Raynaud’s suffer from reduced blood flow to their extremities.
The sensation of swelling first appears in one finger, and slowly spreads to the rest. Other symptoms include a sensation of cold in the extremities, as well as discoloration and a tingling sensation in the fingers and toes.

Treatment is divided into several stages: • Avoiding external causes – Avoid cold temperatures and maintain a high, stable body temperature by wearing warm clothes and gloves during the cold season.
• Avoiding chemicals that affect the blood vessels – Smoking, excessive consumption of caffeine, and medication that affects the blood vessels should be avoided.
• Avoiding strain on the hands – Try and avoid any monotonous and repetitive actions in your hands, such as typing, or working with tools that cause strain in the hands.
• Regular physical exercise – This will improve your overall blood flow.
• Counseling – This will reduce mental stress, which affects the nervous system, which also controls the constriction of blood vessels.

Other Possible Causes of Palm Swelling If you've got swollen hands, there's quite a good chance that it is being caused by one of the above conditions. However, there are unfortunately quite a number of health issues that can cause swollen hands, so if the swelling does not seem to fit in with any of the above conditions, you might want to watch out for these triggers of palm swelling too, especially if other symptoms are also present:
• Cellulitis- a bacterial skin infection which causes tender, red skin to become swollen and warm.
• Insect stings - can be accompanied by redness, itching, and swelling.
• Insect bites - common symptoms include pain, itching, swelling, bumps, and redness.
• Oak, poison ivy or sumac - a toxin found in these plants causes an itchy, allergic rash, complete with welts and blisters.
• Multiple sclerosis - apart from hand swelling, MS is known to cause problems with movement, speech, and balance.
• Angioedema- swelling that occurs under the skin, and can also break out around the lips and eyes.
• Scleroderma- a rare immune disorder that causes collagen to accumulate and harden in the tissue.
• Brachial plexus nerve injury - can cause swelling, numbness and tingling in the neck, shoulders, and hands.
• Peripheral neuropathy - a nerve condition of the extremities that can induce pain, numbness and tingling sensations.
• Tenditinis- pain in the muscles or tendons, commonly accompanied by stiffness or swelling.
• Osteomyelitis- a bone infection that can cause pain, swelling, and redness.
• Cervical (neck)spinal stenosis - a spinal condition that typically causes weakness, pain, swelling or numbness in the neck, arms or legs.
• Dupuytren's contracture- a hand tissue condition that could cause the fingers to swell and curl.
• Lupus- a chronic autoimmune disease, typified by rashes, swollen joints, and swollen lymph nodes.
• Water retention - when too much moisture builds up in your body, your limbs may begin to swell up.
• Gout- a buildup of uric acid in the joints, causing fever, joint pain, as well as red and swollen joints.
•Pseudogout- a form of arthritis that resembles gout, causing pain and swelling.

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