Question 1

how common is dupuytren's contracture in the u.s.? is there a lot of very mild cases that people don't know about?

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3-4% of population: 3% to 4% of the population is the estimate.

Question 2

how typical is dupuytren's contracture?

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Hereditary: Dupuytrens is an hereditary disorder found in northern europeans. It is fairly common in that ethnic group with varying degrees of penetration within the population.

Question 3

how can i cure dupuytren's contracture?

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Dupuytrens: There is no cure .  But there is treatment .   See an orthopedist or  orthopedic hand specialist for assistance

Question 4

what can cause dupuytren's contracture?

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Fibroma formation: It is usually inherited. But some times trauma can be the cause. But your family genes is probably the reason.

Question 5

how common is a dupuytren's contracture?

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About 1 in 20 people: Typically affects people of northern european origin, less common in other ethnicities.

Question 6

how do i know if i have dupuytren contracture?

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Observe: Dippy tens is characterized by a significant thickening in the tendons of the palm usually at the ring or middle finger with loss of finger flexibility . The affected finger is usually held in a flexed position as there is loss of ability to extend the finger. If present see a hand surgeon for evaluation and treatment options.

Question 7

what is dupuytren's contracture and how is it treated?

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Palmar contraction : It is palmar contracture of the fingers mainly the ring and the pinky.   Treatment range from radiation therapy to surgical fasciectomy.

Question 8

what is the definition or description of: dupuytren's contracture?

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See below: A contracture a of the palmar fascia of the surface of the hand that can ultimately lead to loss in the ability to fully extend the fingers.

Question 9

i have dupuytrens contracture, which parts of my body will be affected?

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Hand and fingers: If you have a dupuytrens diathesis not just a contracture it may also affect the sole of the foot and toes, and the penis. Surgery indicated for mp joint contracture &gt; 20 degrees, or any involvement of the pip joint.

Question 10

can peyronies disease cause dupuytrens contractures?

Accepted Answer

No: Peronies is a form of dupuytren's diathesis involving the penile shaft. Dupuytrens contracture can occur along with peronies as part of dupuytrens diathesis but is not caused by it.

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