I am diagnosed just today with Dupuytrens - haven't quite got the spelling off pat yet!!

My doctor dismissed the alcohol link, didn't say anything about glucosamine, which I have taken on & off for several years, but advised an increase in fish oil capsules.

Anyone have anything to comment on this advice?

thanx :-]>

Richard,

Since you mentioned Glucosamine can we assume you've already read here or elsewhere that many people believe it aggravates dupuytrens?

I'm new to this too, and no expert. But sifting back through lots of posting I gather quite a few people have observed an apparent link. Having something to do with collagen?

You might want to post a "new" topic mentioning glucosamine specifically in the heading, and maybe some participants with greater expertise will share in greater detail what they know about the subject?

Susan

Richard & Susan,

no doubt you will soon realise that this forum is full of people who will offer a wide range of opinions and judgements on all things about which they consider themselves experts.

The real value is in hearing about individuals' personal experiences - not their opinions about others.

Good Luck in managing your conditions and use the material on this website as you would any unsubstantiated article in a magazine.

I've never heard of fish oil being recommended for DC. However it appears to have so many beneficial medical benefits that I'd like to know which of those Ted feels have been disproved, plus the source of those conclusions.

I agree, Ted should backup his claims.