Dactylitis Inflammation
"Sausage Digits" Swelling Of Fingers Or Toes


Causes Of Dactylitis Or Inflammation In Fingers & Toes

There are numerous causes of dactylitis. In all cases it is important to treat the inflammation as soon as possible, as inflammation can cause perminant damage to the joints.
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Common Causes Of Dactylitis
  • Psoriatic Arthritis (PSA)
  • Rheumatoid Arthritis(RA)
  • Sickle Cell Anemia
  • Tuberculosis
  • Reiter's Syndrome
  • Treponema Pallidum
  • Juvenile Chronic Arthritis
  • Leprosy
  • Sarcoiditis
  • Gonococcal Arthritis
Dactylitis Caused By Psoriatic Arthritis, or PSA
Psoriatic arthritis, or PSA and rheumatoid arthritis or RA are the most common causes of Dactylitis. PSA and RA are autoimmune disorders which cause the immune system to attack healthy cells which in turn causes inflammation to joints and tendons.

This inflammation to the joints or tendons can be extremely painful. Prolonged inflammation can cause damage to the joints so it is a good idea to deal with the inflammation right away.