What Would Cause Pain And Swelling Of My Fingers?
Health Encyclopedia: Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Introduction
Introduction
Carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) is a disorder marked by weakness and pain in the hand and wrist. CTS occurs in the nerves of the hands -- not the muscles, as some people believe. The symptoms of CTS can be incapacitating.
The Carpal Tunnel and Median Nerve
To understand how carpal tunnel syndrome arises, it is important to know the parts of the hand and wrist that are involved.
The Carpal Tunnel. The carpal tunnel is a passageway that forms beneath the strong, broad transverse ligament. Th...
Read more »
Expert & Community Posts
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome or Not? Part Two
By Lisa Emrich , Health Expert...steroids into each wrist which relieved the swelling, pain, and dysfunction. He stated that... Read more »
Health Guide
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome: Symptoms
...usually progress gradually over weeks and months and sometimes years. Anyone with recurrent or persistent pain, numbness and tingling, or weakness of the hand should consult a doctor for a... Read more »Rheumatoid Arthritis: Symptoms
...a few moments, the body can stiffen. Movement becomes easier again after loosening up.Swelling and PainSwelling and pain in the joints must occur for at least 6 weeks before a diagnosis of... Read more »Herpes Simplex: Symptoms
...not produce symptoms.General Symptoms of a First (Primary) Herpes Simplex InfectionSkin Eruptions and Pain. The first time a person experiences a herpes simplex outbreak, skin eruptions appear 2 -... Read more »Carpal Tunnel Syndrome: Diagnosis
...is a very useful diagnostic tool. Patients are asked to indicate where their symptoms are, including pain, numbness, or tingling, by locating the affected areas on the diagram. They may also be... Read more »Scleroderma: Symptoms
...the second and third fingers.Finally, when blood flow returns, the fingers become red.Tingling and pain may occur in the affected regions. Click the icon to see an image of Raynaud's... Read more »Images
Related News
Medical Debate: C-Sections: Should You Choose?
May 05, 2008ORLANDO, Fla. (Ivanhoe Broadcast News) -- The need for control. Scheduling issues. Sexual dysfunction. Fear of pain. They're all reasons women... Read summary »
Hope for Childhood Arthritis
May 05, 2008CLEVELAND (Ivanhoe Broadcast News) -- We think of arthritis as something that hits when we get old. But it can strike kids, too. One type can leave... Read summary »
Undoing Nerve Damage
July 27, 2007WASHINGTON, D.C. (Ivanhoe Broadcast News) Today, a growing number of people suffer from neuropathy a debilitating condition caused by nerve damage... Read summary »
Medicine's Next Big Thing: Body Enhancers
May 05, 2008PITTSBURGH (Ivanhoe Broadcast News) -- More than 21 million Americans are living with diabetes, and nearly 5 million Americans have a failing heart.... Read summary »
Growing New Fingers for Riley
June 04, 2007CLEVELAND, Ohio (Ivanhoe Broadcast News) -- Now, there is a new medical breakthrough that's making it possible for doctors to help children re-grow... Read summary »
- Privacy Policy: Updated as of April 1, 2009|
- Service Terms and Agreement|
- Advertising Policy|
- Contact Us|
- About Us|
- RSS Feed|
- Site Map|
- How to Use This Site
By using this service, you accept our Terms of Use. Please read them. The consumer health information on MyRACentral.com is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for medical advice or treatment for any medical conditions. You should promptly seek professional medical care if you have any concern about your health, and you should always consult your physician before starting a fitness regimen. Copyright © 2005-2009. The HealthCentral Network, Inc. All rights reserved.
 | We comply with the HONcode standard for trustworthy health information: verify here. |
