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Finger Tenosynovitis

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Finger Tenosynovitis Underlying Cause

Finger tenosynovitis can be caused by any illness or condition that leads to inflammation of the finger tendons.

Causes of finger tenosynovitis include:

Finger injury
Rheumatoid arthritis
Lupus
Bacterial infections
Overuse:

Brick layers
Computer operators
Computer game playing
Massage therapists
Typists

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Last Updated: Mar 17, 2009 References

Authors: Stephen J. Schueler, MD; John H. Beckett, MD; D. Scott Gettings, MD

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