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{{Infobox medical condition | |||
| name = Knuckle pads | |||
| synonyms = [[Heloderma]], [[Garrod's pads]] | |||
| specialty = [[Dermatology]] | |||
| symptoms = [[Thickening]] of the skin over the [[knuckles]] | |||
| onset = [[Adolescence]] or [[adulthood]] | |||
| duration = [[Chronic]] | |||
| causes = [[Genetic predisposition]], [[repetitive trauma]] | |||
| risks = [[Family history]], [[manual labor]] | |||
| diagnosis = [[Clinical examination]], [[biopsy]] | |||
| differential = [[Callus]], [[Dupuytren's contracture]], [[Pachydermodactyly]] | |||
| treatment = [[Avoidance of trauma]], [[topical treatments]], [[surgical removal]] | |||
| prognosis = [[Benign]], [[non-progressive]] | |||
| frequency = [[Rare]] | |||
}} | |||
'''Knuckle pads''' are a type of [[dermatological]] condition characterized by the development of firm, skin-colored nodules over the [[proximal interphalangeal joints]] (the middle joints of the fingers). They are benign and typically asymptomatic, but can be associated with various other conditions. | '''Knuckle pads''' are a type of [[dermatological]] condition characterized by the development of firm, skin-colored nodules over the [[proximal interphalangeal joints]] (the middle joints of the fingers). They are benign and typically asymptomatic, but can be associated with various other conditions. | ||
== Causes and associated conditions == | == Causes and associated conditions == | ||
Knuckle pads can be idiopathic, meaning they occur without a known cause. However, they can also be associated with a variety of conditions. These include [[Dupuytren's contracture]], a condition that causes the fingers to bend towards the palm, and [[Garrod's pads]], which are similar nodules that develop on the back of the hands and feet. Knuckle pads can also be seen in [[Peyronie's disease]], a condition that causes the penis to bend when erect, and [[Ledderhose disease]], which causes similar nodules to develop on the feet. | Knuckle pads can be idiopathic, meaning they occur without a known cause. However, they can also be associated with a variety of conditions. These include [[Dupuytren's contracture]], a condition that causes the fingers to bend towards the palm, and [[Garrod's pads]], which are similar nodules that develop on the back of the hands and feet. Knuckle pads can also be seen in [[Peyronie's disease]], a condition that causes the penis to bend when erect, and [[Ledderhose disease]], which causes similar nodules to develop on the feet. | ||
== Diagnosis and treatment == | == Diagnosis and treatment == | ||
Diagnosis of knuckle pads is typically made based on the characteristic appearance of the nodules. In some cases, a [[biopsy]] may be performed to confirm the diagnosis and rule out other conditions. | Diagnosis of knuckle pads is typically made based on the characteristic appearance of the nodules. In some cases, a [[biopsy]] may be performed to confirm the diagnosis and rule out other conditions. | ||
Treatment is usually not necessary, as knuckle pads are benign and do not cause symptoms. However, if the nodules are bothersome or associated with an underlying condition, treatment may be directed towards that condition. This can include [[physical therapy]], [[surgery]], or medication. | Treatment is usually not necessary, as knuckle pads are benign and do not cause symptoms. However, if the nodules are bothersome or associated with an underlying condition, treatment may be directed towards that condition. This can include [[physical therapy]], [[surgery]], or medication. | ||
== See also == | == See also == | ||
* [[Dermatology]] | * [[Dermatology]] | ||
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* [[Peyronie's disease]] | * [[Peyronie's disease]] | ||
* [[Ledderhose disease]] | * [[Ledderhose disease]] | ||
[[Category:Dermatology]] | [[Category:Dermatology]] | ||
[[Category:Skin conditions]] | [[Category:Skin conditions]] | ||
{{Dermatology-stub}} | {{Dermatology-stub}} | ||
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Latest revision as of 00:22, 4 April 2025
| Knuckle pads | |
|---|---|
| Synonyms | Heloderma, Garrod's pads |
| Pronounce | N/A |
| Specialty | Dermatology |
| Symptoms | Thickening of the skin over the knuckles |
| Complications | N/A |
| Onset | Adolescence or adulthood |
| Duration | Chronic |
| Types | N/A |
| Causes | Genetic predisposition, repetitive trauma |
| Risks | Family history, manual labor |
| Diagnosis | Clinical examination, biopsy |
| Differential diagnosis | Callus, Dupuytren's contracture, Pachydermodactyly |
| Prevention | N/A |
| Treatment | Avoidance of trauma, topical treatments, surgical removal |
| Medication | N/A |
| Prognosis | Benign, non-progressive |
| Frequency | Rare |
| Deaths | N/A |
Knuckle pads are a type of dermatological condition characterized by the development of firm, skin-colored nodules over the proximal interphalangeal joints (the middle joints of the fingers). They are benign and typically asymptomatic, but can be associated with various other conditions.
Causes and associated conditions[edit]
Knuckle pads can be idiopathic, meaning they occur without a known cause. However, they can also be associated with a variety of conditions. These include Dupuytren's contracture, a condition that causes the fingers to bend towards the palm, and Garrod's pads, which are similar nodules that develop on the back of the hands and feet. Knuckle pads can also be seen in Peyronie's disease, a condition that causes the penis to bend when erect, and Ledderhose disease, which causes similar nodules to develop on the feet.
Diagnosis and treatment[edit]
Diagnosis of knuckle pads is typically made based on the characteristic appearance of the nodules. In some cases, a biopsy may be performed to confirm the diagnosis and rule out other conditions. Treatment is usually not necessary, as knuckle pads are benign and do not cause symptoms. However, if the nodules are bothersome or associated with an underlying condition, treatment may be directed towards that condition. This can include physical therapy, surgery, or medication.
See also[edit]
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