Gouty Arthritis involving Thumb Joint

Gouty Arthritis involving Thumb Joint

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Bone, Muscle, & Joint
Diseases & Conditions
Contributed byKrish Tangella MD, MBAJul 20, 2021

The topic Gouty Arthritis involving Thumb Joint you are seeking is a synonym, or alternative name, or is closely related to the medical condition Arthritis of the Thumb.

Quick Summary:

  • Arthritis is a joint disorder characterized by an abnormal inflammation that affects one or more joints, within the body. Generally, arthritis increases with age. The majority of individuals who develop the condition begin experiencing pain and stiffness, in the affected joint or limb.
  • Arthritis of the Thumb affects the joints of the thumb; especially the cartilage, bone, soft tissue surrounding the joint, muscles, and tendon.
  • There are many causes of Arthritis of the Thumb. Major causes are: Degenerative osteoarthritis, post-traumatic arthritis, rheumatoid arthritis (RA), systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE), and gout (gouty arthritis).

There are several different types of arthritis. The most common types of Thumb Arthritis that may develop include:

  • Degenerative Osteoarthritis of Thumb: It is a type of osteoarthritis, which is characterized by a progressive degeneration of cartilage, bones, or synovial membrane, within the joint, usually over a prolonged time period
  • Post-Traumatic Thumb Arthritis: It is a type of osteoarthritis. Post-Traumatic Thumb Arthritis is a progressive degenerative disorder that may develop after a significantly traumatic injury to the thumb
  • Avascular Necrosis of Thumb: Avascular Necrosis of Thumb occurs when blood flow to the thumb joint is disrupted. This results in tissue damage (of both the bone and soft tissue surrounding the joints). Common causes of avascular necrosis include, chronic steroidal therapy, sickle cell disease, and trauma to the joint
  • Rheumatoid Arthritis involving Thumb: Rheumatoid arthritis is an autoimmune systemic inflammatory condition that may affect the lining of joints, surrounding tissues, or organs, within the body. It is a common type of arthritis
  • Systemic Lupus Erythematosus causing Thumb Arthritis: Systemic lupus erythematosus is an autoimmune systemic inflammatory condition that occurs when an individual’s immune system creates antibodies that accidentally attack healthy tissues and organs within the body
  • Gout involving Thumb Joint: A complex type of inflammatory arthritis, gouty arthritis is a medical condition caused by a high level of uric acid within the blood. A gout attack occurs with the abnormal formation of crystallized uric acid, resulting in inflammation of the joints. Gout generally affects small joints of the foot. Involvement of thumb joint by gout, is not uncommon

Please find comprehensive information on Arthritis of the Thumb regarding definition, distribution, risk factors, causes, signs & symptoms, diagnosis, complications, treatment, prevention, prognosis, and additional useful information HERE.

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