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2. Acquired hand deformity - Wikipedia

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   Severing of the central slip by lacerations or a dislocation of the middle phalanx towards the bottom of the finger causes the tendon to tear off the bone [1] A secondary cause of boutonnière deformity is rheumatoid arthritis causing chronic inflammation that eventually results in tendon damage. [2]

3. Osteoarthritis - Wikipedia

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   Arthrosis, osteoarthrosis, degenerative arthritis, degenerative joint disease: The formation of hard knobs at the middle finger joints (known as Bouchard's nodes) and at the farthest joints of the fingers (known as Heberden's nodes) is a common feature of osteoarthritis in the hands. Pronunciation /

4. Common Causes of Arthritis for Women (& How to Treat It) - AOL

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   Inflammatory arthritis can sometimes cause symptoms in parts of the body other than the joints, like the eyes, heart, or lungs. As arthritis progresses, joint damage can get worse. This could lead ...

5. Hand injury - Wikipedia

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   Trigger finger is a common disorder which occurs when the sheath through which tendons pass, become swollen or irritated. Initially, the finger may catch during movement but symptoms like pain, swelling and a snap may occur with time. The finger often gets locked in one position and it may be difficult to straighten or bend the finger.

6. Rheumatoid arthritis - Wikipedia

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   Often, symptoms come on gradually over weeks to months. [2] While the cause of rheumatoid arthritis is not clear, it is believed to involve a combination of genetic and environmental factors. [1] The underlying mechanism involves the body's immune system attacking the joints. [1] This results in inflammation and thickening of the joint capsule. [1]

7. Arthritis - Wikipedia

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   Pain, which can vary in severity, is a common symptom in virtually all types of arthritis. [53] [54] Other symptoms include swelling, joint stiffness, redness, and aching around the joint(s). [2] Arthritic disorders like lupus and rheumatoid arthritis can affect other organs in the body, leading to a variety of symptoms. [12] Symptoms may ...