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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.
Answered 11/12/2017
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PALMAR Fibromatosis: Dupuytren's is an abnormal fibro-proliferative disorder also called palmar fibromatosis know as vikings disease it has a significant familial and genetic etiology here is a link to some additional ideas on facebook regarding dupuytren's https://www.Facebook.Com/pages/dupuytrens-disease-new-treatment-updates/147337105335050?Ref=hl.
Answered 11/12/2017
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Hereditary: It is a hereditary disease. You need to have inherited the genes to get it.
Answered 11/12/2017
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