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{{Infobox medical condition
| name            = Tenosynovitis
| image          = [[File:Tenosynovitis-3.JPG|left|thumb|Tenosynovitis of the wrist]]
| caption        = Tenosynovitis of the wrist
| field          = [[Rheumatology]]
| synonyms        = Tendon sheath inflammation
| symptoms        = [[Pain]], [[swelling]], [[tenderness]] along the tendon
| complications  = [[Chronic pain]], [[restricted movement]]
| onset          = Can be [[acute]] or [[chronic]]
| duration        = Varies, can be [[short-term]] or [[long-term]]
| causes          = [[Repetitive strain]], [[injury]], [[infection]], [[rheumatoid arthritis]]
| risks          = [[Overuse]], [[age]], [[occupation]]
| diagnosis      = [[Physical examination]], [[ultrasound]], [[MRI]]
| differential    = [[Tendinitis]], [[bursitis]], [[arthritis]]
| prevention      = [[Ergonomic adjustments]], [[rest]], [[stretching exercises]]
| treatment      = [[Rest]], [[ice]], [[compression]], [[elevation]], [[NSAIDs]], [[corticosteroid injections]], [[surgery]]
| medication      = [[Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs]] (NSAIDs)
| prognosis      = Generally good with treatment
| frequency      = Common in individuals with repetitive hand or wrist movements
}}
'''Tenosynovitis''' is a medical condition characterized by the inflammation of the fluid-filled sheath (the synovium) that surrounds a tendon. It is a type of tendinitis and results in pain, swelling, and difficulty moving the particular joint where the inflammation occurs.
'''Tenosynovitis''' is a medical condition characterized by the inflammation of the fluid-filled sheath (the synovium) that surrounds a tendon. It is a type of tendinitis and results in pain, swelling, and difficulty moving the particular joint where the inflammation occurs.
 
[[File:PMC5965425.1-cpcem-01-89-g001.jpg|left|thumb|Tenosynovitis]]
[[File:PMC5965425.1-cpcem-01-89-g001.jpg|thumb|Tenosynovitis]]
 
== Causes ==
== Causes ==
[[Tenosynovitis]] can be caused by strain or overuse of a tendon, injury, or health conditions such as [[rheumatoid arthritis]], [[gout]], and [[infection]]. It is also common in individuals who perform repetitive movements for their job or hobby, such as typing, playing a musical instrument, or sports.
[[Tenosynovitis]] can be caused by strain or overuse of a tendon, injury, or health conditions such as [[rheumatoid arthritis]], [[gout]], and [[infection]]. It is also common in individuals who perform repetitive movements for their job or hobby, such as typing, playing a musical instrument, or sports.
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== Symptoms ==
== Symptoms ==
The main symptoms of tenosynovitis include pain, swelling, and difficulty moving the affected joint. The pain is usually worse with movement of the joint and at night. The joint may also feel warm to the touch and look red.
The main symptoms of tenosynovitis include pain, swelling, and difficulty moving the affected joint. The pain is usually worse with movement of the joint and at night. The joint may also feel warm to the touch and look red.
== Diagnosis ==
== Diagnosis ==
[[Diagnosis]] of tenosynovitis is usually based on the symptoms and a physical examination. The doctor may also order imaging tests such as an [[MRI]] or [[ultrasound]] to confirm the diagnosis and rule out other conditions.
[[Diagnosis]] of tenosynovitis is usually based on the symptoms and a physical examination. The doctor may also order imaging tests such as an [[MRI]] or [[ultrasound]] to confirm the diagnosis and rule out other conditions.
== Treatment ==
== Treatment ==
Treatment for tenosynovitis usually involves rest, [[physical therapy]], and medication to reduce inflammation and pain. In severe cases, surgery may be required to repair the tendon and synovium.
Treatment for tenosynovitis usually involves rest, [[physical therapy]], and medication to reduce inflammation and pain. In severe cases, surgery may be required to repair the tendon and synovium.
== See also ==
== See also ==
* [[Tendonitis]]
* [[Tendonitis]]
* [[Rheumatoid arthritis]]
* [[Rheumatoid arthritis]]
* [[Gout]]
* [[Gout]]
== References ==
== References ==
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[[Category:Inflammatory diseases]]
[[Category:Inflammatory diseases]]
[[Category:Rheumatology]]
[[Category:Rheumatology]]

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Tenosynovitis
Tenosynovitis of the wrist
Synonyms Tendon sheath inflammation
Pronounce N/A
Specialty N/A
Symptoms Pain, swelling, tenderness along the tendon
Complications Chronic pain, restricted movement
Onset Can be acute or chronic
Duration Varies, can be short-term or long-term
Types N/A
Causes Repetitive strain, injury, infection, rheumatoid arthritis
Risks Overuse, age, occupation
Diagnosis Physical examination, ultrasound, MRI
Differential diagnosis Tendinitis, bursitis, arthritis
Prevention Ergonomic adjustments, rest, stretching exercises
Treatment Rest, ice, compression, elevation, NSAIDs, corticosteroid injections, surgery
Medication Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs)
Prognosis Generally good with treatment
Frequency Common in individuals with repetitive hand or wrist movements
Deaths N/A


Tenosynovitis is a medical condition characterized by the inflammation of the fluid-filled sheath (the synovium) that surrounds a tendon. It is a type of tendinitis and results in pain, swelling, and difficulty moving the particular joint where the inflammation occurs.

Tenosynovitis

Causes[edit]

Tenosynovitis can be caused by strain or overuse of a tendon, injury, or health conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis, gout, and infection. It is also common in individuals who perform repetitive movements for their job or hobby, such as typing, playing a musical instrument, or sports.

Symptoms[edit]

The main symptoms of tenosynovitis include pain, swelling, and difficulty moving the affected joint. The pain is usually worse with movement of the joint and at night. The joint may also feel warm to the touch and look red.

Diagnosis[edit]

Diagnosis of tenosynovitis is usually based on the symptoms and a physical examination. The doctor may also order imaging tests such as an MRI or ultrasound to confirm the diagnosis and rule out other conditions.

Treatment[edit]

Treatment for tenosynovitis usually involves rest, physical therapy, and medication to reduce inflammation and pain. In severe cases, surgery may be required to repair the tendon and synovium.

See also[edit]

References[edit]

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