Looking to lower your blood pressure? Fix your poor sleep habits first, suggests a new study. Mayo Clinic researchers recently set out to find how reduced sleep quantity and quality could affect a person's blood pressure.
Some of the most common causes of swelling fingers include arthritis, fluid retention, and pregnancy. In addition, finger edema can be caused by cardiac problems, abnormal kidney function, and allergies.Before treatment can be implemented to reduce swelling, a thorough medical examination must take place.regnant women often experience swollen fingers and feet. Swelling fingers may be indicative of a cardiac problem. Swelling fingers may be a sign of an allergic reaction. A problem with the kidneys can cause bloated or swollen hands.
The swelling makes it difficult for the affected tendon to slide through its membrane (tendon sheath), causing the pain and stiffness associated with trigger finger. The swelling can cause a section of the tendon to become bunched into a small lump (nodule) at the base of the affected finger or thumb. If a nodule forms, the tendon can get trapped in the tendon sheath, causing the affected finger or thumb to become temporarily stuck in a bent position.