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| name = Hypertrophic osteoarthropathy | |||
| image = [[File:Marie-Bamberger2.jpg|left|thumb|X-ray of a patient with hypertrophic osteoarthropathy]] | |||
| caption = X-ray showing periosteal reaction in hypertrophic osteoarthropathy | |||
| synonyms = [[Hypertrophic pulmonary osteoarthropathy]], [[Bamberger-Marie syndrome]] | |||
| specialty = [[Rheumatology]], [[Pulmonology]] | |||
| symptoms = [[Clubbing (medicine)|Clubbing of the fingers and toes]], [[arthralgia]], [[periostitis]] | |||
| complications = [[Joint effusion]], [[pain]], [[swelling]] | |||
| onset = Variable, often associated with underlying conditions | |||
| duration = Chronic | |||
| causes = [[Lung cancer]], [[chronic lung infections]], [[congenital heart disease]] | |||
| risks = [[Smoking]], [[chronic respiratory disease]] | |||
| diagnosis = [[Clinical examination]], [[X-ray]], [[bone scan]] | |||
| differential = [[Rheumatoid arthritis]], [[osteoarthritis]], [[thyroid acropachy]] | |||
| treatment = Treat underlying cause, [[NSAIDs]], [[analgesics]] | |||
| prognosis = Depends on underlying condition | |||
| frequency = Rare | |||
}} | |||
'''Hypertrophic osteoarthropathy''' ('''HOA''') is a medical condition characterized by abnormal proliferation of skin and bone tissue. The symptoms often include clubbing of the fingers and toes, increased sweating, and pain in the joints or bones. | '''Hypertrophic osteoarthropathy''' ('''HOA''') is a medical condition characterized by abnormal proliferation of skin and bone tissue. The symptoms often include clubbing of the fingers and toes, increased sweating, and pain in the joints or bones. | ||
== Causes == | == Causes == | ||
The exact cause of hypertrophic osteoarthropathy is unknown. However, it is often associated with [[cancer]], especially lung cancer. Other conditions that may cause HOA include [[lung disease]], [[heart disease]], and certain [[gastrointestinal disorders]]. | The exact cause of hypertrophic osteoarthropathy is unknown. However, it is often associated with [[cancer]], especially lung cancer. Other conditions that may cause HOA include [[lung disease]], [[heart disease]], and certain [[gastrointestinal disorders]]. | ||
== Symptoms == | == Symptoms == | ||
The most common symptoms of hypertrophic osteoarthropathy include: | The most common symptoms of hypertrophic osteoarthropathy include: | ||
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* Swelling of the legs or ankles | * Swelling of the legs or ankles | ||
* Thickening of the skin | * Thickening of the skin | ||
== Diagnosis == | == Diagnosis == | ||
Diagnosis of hypertrophic osteoarthropathy is usually based on the patient's symptoms and a physical examination. Additional tests may be needed to confirm the diagnosis and rule out other conditions. These tests may include: | Diagnosis of hypertrophic osteoarthropathy is usually based on the patient's symptoms and a physical examination. Additional tests may be needed to confirm the diagnosis and rule out other conditions. These tests may include: | ||
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* [[Blood tests]] | * [[Blood tests]] | ||
* [[Bone scan]] | * [[Bone scan]] | ||
== Treatment == | == Treatment == | ||
Treatment for hypertrophic osteoarthropathy focuses on managing the symptoms and treating the underlying condition. This may include: | Treatment for hypertrophic osteoarthropathy focuses on managing the symptoms and treating the underlying condition. This may include: | ||
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* [[Physical therapy]] | * [[Physical therapy]] | ||
* Treatment for the underlying condition, such as cancer treatment | * Treatment for the underlying condition, such as cancer treatment | ||
== See also == | == See also == | ||
* [[Osteoarthritis]] | * [[Osteoarthritis]] | ||
* [[Rheumatoid arthritis]] | * [[Rheumatoid arthritis]] | ||
* [[Psoriatic arthritis]] | * [[Psoriatic arthritis]] | ||
== References == | == References == | ||
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[[Category:Medical conditions]] | [[Category:Medical conditions]] | ||
[[Category:Bone disorders]] | [[Category:Bone disorders]] | ||
[[Category:Skin conditions]] | [[Category:Skin conditions]] | ||
[[Category:Arthritis]] | [[Category:Arthritis]] | ||
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| Hypertrophic osteoarthropathy | |
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| Synonyms | Hypertrophic pulmonary osteoarthropathy, Bamberger-Marie syndrome |
| Pronounce | N/A |
| Specialty | Rheumatology, Pulmonology |
| Symptoms | Clubbing of the fingers and toes, arthralgia, periostitis |
| Complications | Joint effusion, pain, swelling |
| Onset | Variable, often associated with underlying conditions |
| Duration | Chronic |
| Types | N/A |
| Causes | Lung cancer, chronic lung infections, congenital heart disease |
| Risks | Smoking, chronic respiratory disease |
| Diagnosis | Clinical examination, X-ray, bone scan |
| Differential diagnosis | Rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, thyroid acropachy |
| Prevention | N/A |
| Treatment | Treat underlying cause, NSAIDs, analgesics |
| Medication | N/A |
| Prognosis | Depends on underlying condition |
| Frequency | Rare |
| Deaths | N/A |
Hypertrophic osteoarthropathy (HOA) is a medical condition characterized by abnormal proliferation of skin and bone tissue. The symptoms often include clubbing of the fingers and toes, increased sweating, and pain in the joints or bones.
Causes[edit]
The exact cause of hypertrophic osteoarthropathy is unknown. However, it is often associated with cancer, especially lung cancer. Other conditions that may cause HOA include lung disease, heart disease, and certain gastrointestinal disorders.
Symptoms[edit]
The most common symptoms of hypertrophic osteoarthropathy include:
- Clubbing of the fingers and toes
- Increased sweating
- Pain in the joints or bones
- Swelling of the legs or ankles
- Thickening of the skin
Diagnosis[edit]
Diagnosis of hypertrophic osteoarthropathy is usually based on the patient's symptoms and a physical examination. Additional tests may be needed to confirm the diagnosis and rule out other conditions. These tests may include:
Treatment[edit]
Treatment for hypertrophic osteoarthropathy focuses on managing the symptoms and treating the underlying condition. This may include:
- Pain medication
- Physical therapy
- Treatment for the underlying condition, such as cancer treatment
See also[edit]
References[edit]
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