Familial Multiple Lipomatosis

Overview

A rare autosomal disorder characterized by numerous encapsulated lipomas on the trunk and extremities. The lipomas are usually not painful but can cause pain when growing. In rare cases, one lipoma can become painful and progress to multiple painful lipomas; it is then referred to as Dercum's Disease Type III

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Quick facts about Familial Multiple Lipomatosis

Topic type

Condition

Category

Dermatology

MeSH classification

C16.320.298|C17.800.463.375|C18.452.584.718.625

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