Garrod's pad

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Garrod's pad (pronounced: gair-rodz pad) is a medical term referring to a thickened area or callus on the back of the hand. This condition is often associated with manual labor or repetitive activities that put pressure on this area of the hand.

Etymology

The term "Garrod's pad" is named after the British physician Sir Archibald Edward Garrod Archibald_Garrod, who first described the condition in the late 19th century.

Description

Garrod's pad is a type of callus that forms on the back of the hand, typically over the knuckles. It is often caused by repetitive pressure or friction on the skin in this area, such as from manual labor or certain sports. The skin responds to this pressure by thickening and hardening, forming a protective pad.

Symptoms

The main symptom of Garrod's pad is a thickened, hardened area of skin on the back of the hand. This may be accompanied by discomfort or pain, especially when pressure is applied to the area.

Related Terms

  • Callus: A thickened area of skin that forms in response to repeated pressure or friction.
  • Corn: A type of callus that forms on the feet, often on or between the toes.
  • Bunion: A bony bump that forms on the joint at the base of the big toe.
  • Archibald_Garrod: The British physician who first described Garrod's pad.

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