King Charles bid farewell to President Trump and the First Lady after hosting them at a grand banquet at Windsor Castle. The King appeared cheerful as he exchanged handshakes and conversations with Trump before their departure. Observers noted an unusual feature about Charles’ appearance, specifically his swollen and reddened fingers, which have sparked concern among fans of the Royal Family.
Medical professionals, including GP Chun Tang, have explained that such puffiness in the fingers could be due to water retention caused by various health conditions, inflammation, high salt intake, allergic reactions, or medication side effects. The condition, known as dactylitis, results in severe swelling in the fingers and toes.
According to NHS, swelling in the arms and hands, also called oedema, can arise from fluid accumulation due to prolonged immobility, excessive salt consumption, certain medications, changes in temperature, infections, or conditions like psoriatic arthritis. In a light-hearted moment, King Charles joked about his swollen fingers during a conversation with Prince William in a BBC documentary.
The discussion about Charles’ hands dates back to his birth, with Queen Elizabeth remarking on his interesting pair of hands in a letter to her music teacher. Charles himself has acknowledged his “sausage fingers” in correspondence with friends, emphasizing the uniqueness of his hands. The King’s hands continue to be a subject of interest and amusement among those close to him.
