Hand
Symptoms to check
Click the plus sign to see a list of problems that could be a sign you may need to be checked urgently
Get advice from 111 now if:
- the pain is severe and started after an injury or accident, like a fall
- if you have cut yourself and can no longer move your fingers or wrist normally
- you heard a snap, grinding or popping noise at the time of an injury
- you are unable to move or hold things
- your hand or wrist has changed shape or colour
- you have a very high temperature, feel hot and shivery, and have redness or heat around the hand, wrist or fingers – this can be a sign of infection
- you have any severe tingling or loss of sensation in your hand and it wont go away
Immediate medical advice is available by contacting NHS 111