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Sophie Law

Medical reason behind King Charles' 'sausage fingers' and NHS advice for swollen hands

King Charles will visit Scotland today as he marks his ascension to the throne with a series of events for a 'second Coronation' celebration.

While the monarch is known for his duty to the throne, past environmental activism and years of charitable work, one thing concerned royal fans have spotted is his swollen hands - or so-called 'sausage fingers'.

The king's fingers have regularly been in the spotlight after photos taken during the Coronation in May, and also Prince Philip's funeral, showed they were swollen.

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