I have been taking antidepressants since May 2020. For the past few days or so, I seem to have my left hand (or that fingers?) swollen. I have not gained enough weight to warrant this swelling. I noticed it because my ring is marking me when it wasn't. Since May 2020 and I take zoloft (sertraline). I contracted COVID around January 8th. It seems that the virus affects the blood vessels. Is this a possibility? I actually take antidepressants for my anxiety. I often juggle anxiety and real symptoms. I used to think that my swollen hand and the numbness in my hand and sometimes in my arm was still "in my head" or related to my medication. But I am beginning to doubt it. I mostly feel this way when I wake up. Even if it happens "several times"? Yes, that's right Thank you so much for answering my questions!

Thank you for your question! In order to provide you with accurate information, would it be possible to know what medications you are currently taking, and since when? Thank you! Thanks for the feedback! Sertraline can infrequently cause swelling. While it is not impossible, it is unlikely that this side effect would occur so long after starting treatment though. Are there any other possible causes? This is not a known symptom of this disease, at the time of writing. This sensation can occur if your arm is placed in a way that irritates the nerves while you sleep. If the sensation diminishes during the day, in the absence of other symptoms, there is no need to worry. You mean several mornings? If it is because of the position in which you sleep, yes it is possible that you feel this in the morning when you wake up. We'd love to!

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31-year-old woman2 years ago

I have been taking antidepressants since May 2020. For the past few days or so, I seem to have my left hand (or that fingers?) swollen. I have not gained enough weight to warrant this swelling. I noticed it because my ring is marking me when it wasn't.

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Naji-tom Samaha · 2 years ago

Thank you for your question!

In order to provide you with accurate information, would it be possible to know what medications you are currently taking, and since when?

Thank you!