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Glossary: Heberden's Nodes
 


Definition
Bony swellings around the margins of joints, associated with degenerative changes of arthritis.

Topics Related To Heberden's Nodes
Heberden's NodesThe Condition
"...Nodes that appear on the joint closest to your fingernail are known as Heberden's nodes; those that appear on the middle joint are called Bouchard's nodes..."

Rheumatoid Arthritis

Recommendation Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine)
"When nodules (Heberden's nodes) are present, vitamin B6 at 100-150mg per day may help..."

Vitamin B6 Requirement

Our Question about Heberden's nodes
"In treating Heberden's nodes and trigger finger, B6 at 100-150mg per day may not work unless you eat one handful of raw pecans a day (i..."





Last updated: Apr 07, 2008


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