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Body (torso), arms and hands

Body (torso), arms and hands

Find out the facts and get advice on the conditions which affect your torso - both inside and out, as well as your arms and hands

- Top tips for boosting your immune system

Conditions which affect the body, arms and hands

Ganglion - a harmless cyst on the wrist (also found on the foot)
Gout
Kidney infection
Mallet finger - when the tip of the finger bends inwards towards the palm of the hand
Cuticle infection
Repetitive strain injury
Raynaud's Syndrome - this is when your fingers, toes, nose and ears change colour in the cold, usually to a blue/purple colour
Sprains

- Other problems that affect the torso and arms
- A-Z of conditions
- Kids' health

Where next?
- How well are you? Take our Immune system quiz to find out
- Are home test kits worth it? Get the facts
- 10 symptoms you should never ignore
- Can't get to the doctors? Find out who else could help
- Allergic to certain foods? Diabetic? Have a look at our diets for conditions
- What you should eat to stay healthy or try one of our healthy eating diets
- If you lack energy or have trouble getting around try one of our easy exercises to suit your age and body
- Need more energy? Find out what foods could give you a boost
- Foods that are better than medicine

By Vicky Woollaston

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