If you notice your hands are swelling, it could be both uncomfortable and unsettling, but in most instances the cause could be situational — caused by factors such as temperature, exercise, diet, ...

Swollen hands can be a troubling symptom, often indicating an underlying health issue. While occasional mild swelling can be normal, persistent or severe swelling could signal a more serious problem.

Hand swelling, medically known as oedema, occurs when excess fluid builds up in the tissues of the hands. It can also affect the feet, ankles, legs, and arms. While sometimes the cause is obvious, ...

Swelling in the feet and hands is a common symptom that many people experience at some point in their lives. While it may seem like a minor inconvenience, this swelling can actually be a sign of ...

WHITSETT, N.C., Aug. 1, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Medical device manufacturer medi® USA announced the launch of the Norton Hand Solution – nighttime, an innovative, patented custom device designed to help ...

Edemas, or swelling caused by a build up of fluid in nearby tissues caused by leaky veins, can be both uncomfortable and inconvenient, preventing people from going about their daily lives. A number of ...

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Your son's hand swelling does not sound normal. If it was part of generalised swelling involving his feet, possibly ankles, face and some weight gain it could be a result of fluid retention. This can ...