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Adiposis Dolorosa
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Definition
: A rare disease characterized by multiple tumor-like fatty deposits that press on nerves in various sites causing pain and weakness. Often these lipoma-like structures are located on the trunk and limbs but sparing the face and hands.
Other names
Dercum's Disease; Disease, Dercum's; Disease, Dercum; Dercums Disease; Dercum Disease
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Source
Anders' syndrome
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*Adiposis Dolorosa.