M15.2: Bouchard nodes (with arthropathy)
With arthrosis, the cartilage in the joint wears away. Cartilage covers the end of the bones that are connected to one another in the joint. Its smooth surface prevents the bones from rubbing against one another. With advancing age, the cartilage can wear away. This can happen more quickly if a joint is subjected to greater loads than usual.
Every finger except the thumb consists of 3 bones. These bones are connected to one another by joints. The arthrosis is affecting the joints near your fingertips. The arthrosis causes nodules in the fingers. The nodules consist of growths of cartilage and bone.
Arthrosis can be accompanied by typical symptoms, such as pain in the joint. It may also no longer be possible to move the joint as usual.
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