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Are knuckle pads Dupuytren's disease dangerous?

 Knuckle pads are noncancerous growths on the joints of your toes and fingers. They are also known as knuckle pads Dupuytren's disease.


Knuckle pads

What causes knuckle pads?

Knuckle pads are fibromatosis, a type of condition resulting in the formation of noncancerous tumors beneath your skin.

Some fibromatoses run in families, while others are caused without a family history. You may be likely to develop knuckle pads Dupuytren's disease if you have:

Dupuytren's contracture.

Ledderhose disease causes growths below your feet.

Peyronie's disease.

What are the symptoms of knuckle pads?

If you have knuckle pads, you may see a few bumps on the knuckles of your toes or fingers. These bumps are usually:

Painless

Skin-colored

Solid and firm

Are knuckle pads contagious?

Knuckle pads Dupuytren's disease is not a contagious illness. You cannot "get" knuckle pads from another person, but this condition runs in families.

Are knuckle pads dangerous?

Knuckle pads don't cause any problems. However, you may hate how your hands look. They can also be painful at times. If they develop, it is more difficult for some people to use their hands. This could also cause rubbing and discomfort on your feet and toes.

How are knuckle pads treated?

Dupuytren's Wand is one of the best treatment options for this condition. This Wand is equipped with far infrared and ultrasonic heat technology that gets deep into the tissues to treat the condition.

Visit Dupuytren's Wand for better assistance!

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