Dupuytren’s Contracture Symptoms
The symptoms of early-stage Dupuytren’s contracture are:
- Lumps in the palm of your hand
- Puckered or dimpled skin on the palm of your hand
- Cords from your palms to your fingers
Who Does Dupuytren’s Contracture Affect?
Dupuytren’s contracture is a common condition that affects up to two million people in the United Kingdom (3% of the population). Most cases occur in middle-aged and older people, but it can develop in younger adults. You may also be more prone to the disease if your family has a history of the condition.
Dupuytren’s Contracture Causes
There’s no single cause for Dupuytren’s contracture, but there are several risk factors that are associated with an increased risk of developing it, including:
- Smoking
- Diabetes
- Liver disease
- Medication for epilepsy
- Manual labour (including vibration)
- Injury to your hand
Most UK Medical Insurances Cover This Treatment
Radiotherapy treatment at Dupuytren’s UK is covered by most major private medical insurance providers and we also offer a range of self-pay options.
Your treatment at Dupuytren’s UK can be funded by a number of private medical insurance providers including Bupa, Vitality and WPA. Other private medical insurance providers may fund your treatment on a case-by-case basis. All our services are available for patients who are looking to self-pay too. We accept a variety of payment methods and will provide you with a detailed quote for your treatment. If you’d like an estimate of the costs for your care, contact us through the “Contact” page.
