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Swelling in the Hands and Feet – Causes, Diagnosis and Treatment

Swelling in the Hands and Feet – Causes, Diagnosis and Treatment at Emirates Hospitals Group

Overview:
Swelling in the hands and feet, also known as edema, occurs due to fluid accumulation in the tissues. It may be temporary or indicate an underlying medical condition.

Causes:

• Prolonged standing or sitting
• High salt intake
• Heart failure
• Kidney disease
• Lymphedema
• Infections or inflammatory conditions

Diagnosis:
A physical examination, blood tests, urine tests, imaging (ultrasound, X-ray, MRI), and heart or kidney function tests help identify the cause.

Treatment Options:

• Reducing salt intake
• Elevating hands and feet
• Compression therapy
• Medications (diuretics, anti-inflammatory drugs)

Related Treatments

• Autoimmune Diseases of the Kidney