Inflammation of the joints of the fingers

Inflammation of the joints of the fingers can develop at any age, thus there is a feeling of discomfort not only because of pain, but also because of a violation of the motor skills of the hands. Taking into account common signs, joint diseases are divided into:

• arthrosis, in which the hyaline cartilage is destroyed in the joints;
• arthritis, accompanied by inflammatory processes in the periarticular tissues, ligaments and muscles of the hands.

Causes of inflammation of the joints of the fingers

Among the causes of pathological changes in the hands:

• complications resulting from infectious and respiratory diseases, such as influenza, scarlet fever, chlamydia, tuberculosis, tonsillitis, etc .;
• disturbances of metabolic processes, characteristic, first of all, for the elderly;
• various injuries of joints and operations on them;
• supercooling ;
• hereditary predisposition.

The provoking factors are excess weight, bad habits and low immunity.

Symptoms of inflammation of the joints of the fingers

The main symptoms that accompany the inflammation of the joints of the hands are as follows:

• pain syndrome;
• swelling;
• burning sensation;
• temperature increase;
• limited movement;
• deformation of the joints;
• crunching in the fingers while driving.

It is possible to suggest the development of a certain disease of the joints of the hands by the following features:

1. Arthritis manifests itself in the characteristic symmetrical lesion of the joints on both hands.
2. With rheumatoid arthritis, inflammation of the metacarpophalangeal joint of the index and middle finger often occurs.
3. Arthrosis is associated with developing symmetrical deformation of the joints.
4. Gout begins with an inflammation of the joint of the thumb, and a noticeable increase in pain with the disease is observed at night.
5. Osteoarthritis is characterized by increased pain as a result of physical stress.
6. In osteomyelitis, the lesion affects, along with the joints, the surrounding soft tissues.

Treatment of inflammation of the joints of the fingers

For treatment, seek medical attention. Experts on the basis of tests, X-rays and other methods of examination will establish an accurate diagnosis. Therapy is aimed at both relieving the pain syndrome and eliminating the cause of the disease.

So, with gout, substances that facilitate the purine metabolism are prescribed, with rheumatoid arthritis hormonal drugs that relieve inflammation are used, arthritis prescribes a course of antibiotics, corticosteroids. BADS, which strengthen the joint tissue, can also be used.