4. Diabetes
You might be surprised to hear that diabetes can actually also increase your risk of developing osteoarthritis and Heberden’s nodes. Metabolic diseases such as diabetes have been linked to higher odds of developing bone conditions despite the exact cause of not being very clear. It’s worth noting that obesity is actually a risk factor for diabetes meaning that some people could be both obese and diabetic.
These people are in a high-risk group for the development of osteoarthritis and Heberden’s nodes. Fortunately, a few studies showed that treating diabetes itself reduced the odds of the patient developing osteoarthritis later in life. In addition to regulating glucose levels through the use of insulin, regular exercise and proper dieting can also alleviate some symptoms associated with diabetes. If you want to avoid osteoarthritis and Heberden’s nodes then ensure that you follow the diabetic treatment plan prescribed by your doctor.