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Madelung Disease

What is it?

A rare metabolic disorder of fat metabolism (lipid storage condition) where new fat cells are created rather than existing one becoming bigger (as in pregnancy or young children), this then causes an unusual build of fat deposits around the neck and shoulder areas.

  • This condition is seen middle aged persons.

Cause

Symptoms

  • Massive deposits of fatty tumors (lipoma) located equally around the neck?
  • Massive deposits of fatty tumors (lipoma) located equally  around the shoulders?
  • Massive deposits of fatty tumors (lipoma) located equally  around the upper arms?
  • Massive deposits of fatty tumors (lipoma) located equally  around the upper back?
  • Buffalo hump?
  • Breathing difficulties?
  • Difficulty in swallowing?
  • Difficulty in talking?
  • Decreased head movement?
  • Arm numbness?
  • Difficulty to pick up objects?
  • Leg numbness?
  • Difficulty walking?
  • Pain or tingling in your legs, feet, arms, or hands that may feel sharp, stabbing, or burning?
  • Trouble walking or keeping your balance?
  • Weakness or difficulty holding things?
  • Loss of your sense of touch or numbness?
  • Bruising easily?

Complications /Information to beware of/General tips:

This condition has been associated with:

This condition can lead due to appearance:

This condition may show similar symptoms to:

Lumps on the skin may show similar symptoms to:

Please talk to your healthcare professional (i.e. Medical Doctor/Pharmacist) for further advice

Detailed Information

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