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Descriptor English:   Adiposis Dolorosa 
Descriptor Spanish:   Adiposis Dolorosa 
Descriptor Portuguese:   Adipose Dolorosa 
Synonyms English:   Dercum's Disease  
Tree Number:   C17.800.463.249
C18.452.584.718.500
Definition English:   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. 
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Record Number:   281 
Unique Identifier:   D000274 

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