Dupuytren's Disease - Medications
Medicines are generally not used as part of treatment for Dupuytren's disease. A long-acting corticosteroid medicine is sometimes injected directly into the affected area. This can help manage symptoms of the disease in its early stages, before one or more fingers bends toward the palm (contracture). Corticosteroids may also temporarily help improve hand function.
Medication Choices
Corticosteroid injections may be used to treat symptoms of Dupuytren's disease. But they do not cure or stop the progression of the disease.
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What To Think About
Corticosteroids are not a long-term treatment option for Dupuytren's disease, because repeated injections can permanently weaken the tissue and may cause other serious side effects.
Interferon is under study for relief of Dupuytren's disease.3
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