enlargements. They are commonly referred to as nodes and are most often associated with osteoarthritis, a degenerative joint disease. These nodes can vary in size, often ranging from a few millimeters to over a centimeter in diameter, and may cause the skin over the joint to stretch and appear shiny.
These nodes are most frequently found on the distal interphalangeal (DIP) joints, which are the joints closest to the tips of the fingers. While these bumps can be a normal part of aging, their presence and progression can lead to discomfort and reduced finger dexterity.
2. Heberden’s Nodes: The Most Common Culprit Behind These Bumps
Heberden’s nodes are the most common type of bony growths found on the DIP joints. Named after the 18th-century physician William Heberden, these nodes are a classic sign of osteoarthritis and occur due to the loss of cartilage in the joint.
As the cartilage wears
