Question 1

what is the definition or description of: de quervain tenosynovitis?

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Tendinitis: inflammation of the sheath of the extensor tendon to the thumb on the inner side of the wrist

Question 2

what do you recommend for de quervain's tenosynovitis?

Accepted Answer

Injection then surg: Cortisone shot and wrist brace that holds the thumb can be an excellent treatment.  If that doesn't work, then do the small surgery.

Question 3

what is the definition or description of: de quervain's tenosynovitis?

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Inflammation: Tenosynovium is a sheath/tissue that surrounds many of our tendons.  When this sheath gets inflammed we call it tenosynovitis.  De Quervain's is tenosynovitis of two tendons in the wrist just below the thumb (abductor pollicis longus and extensor pollicis brevis).

Question 4

do doctors see a lot of patients with de quervain's tenosynovitis?

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Yes: This is something that i often see in the office -- a simple corticosteroid shot will often help -- other options include bracing or physical therapy.

Question 5

can you tell me about de quervain's tenosynovitis (a form of tendonitis)?

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In the thumb: Rather the tendon that brings up the thumb right where it crosses the wrist into the arm.

Question 6

which treatment works the best and fastest for de quervain's tenosynovitis?

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Splint : Injection of anti inflammatory drug, surgery  which is minor and highly effective.

Question 7

can you die from de quervain's tenosynovitis?

Accepted Answer

NO: But it sure can hurt.

Question 8

question: what is de quervain's tenosynovitis really?

Accepted Answer

Tenosynovaginitis: Yes, that word.  It's a problem of the tendon, it's lining, and the sheath of one of the thumb tendons.  They get irritated and enflamed.  It's quite painful.  They become thick and hard so the tendon can't slide normally.  This just makes things worse.  Early on, the first month or two, a cortisone shot and a brace can be effective treatment.  Later, it requires surgery.

Question 9

what kind of condition is de quervain's tenosynovitis?

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DeQuervains: This is a thickening of the tendons on the palm side of the hand. These are the gripping tendons( flexor tendons) and is treatable with steroid  and novocaine injections, or if needed surgery. Application of a solution of DMSO with a steroide is sometimes very helpful.

Question 10

what happens once you have de quervain's tenosynovitis?

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It hurts: Mainly, it hurts.  If it gets bad enough, it can lock up the tendon.  I recently had a patient who had it so bad that the tendon had locked in  way that cocked her wrist to the side.  Surgery fixed it and she was soooo happy!

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