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Adiposis Dolorosa
New adiposis dolorosa research from Thomas Jefferson University discussed
January 18th, 2009
According to a study from the United States, "Dercum's disease is a rare disorder characterized by multiple painful subcutaneous lipomas on the trunk and extremities. It most commonly occurs in obese, postmenopausal women." "The pain associated with this condition is postulated to arise from enlarging lipomas producing pressure on peripheral nerves, thereby initiating pain and sometimes paresthesias. Treatment has been challenging due to the rarity of this condition. A patient with Dercum's disease successfully treated with transdermal lidocaine 5% patches. The patient's pain was initially rated as an 8/10. At follow-up examination after 1 month, the patient rated her...
Source: Pharma Investments, Ventures & Law Weekly (2009-01-18)
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