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ICD E88.2ORPHA:36397

Adiposis Dolorosa

Adiposis dolorosa, also known as Dercum's disease, is a rare condition in which painful fatty deposits build up under the skin, most often on the arms, legs and trunk. The pain can be constant and is often accompanied by fatigue, weakness and easy bruising. There is no single standard treatment, so care focuses on pain relief, physiotherapy and, in some cases, removal of the fatty lumps.

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There is not much recent research on Adiposis Dolorosa, so this page includes research published since 2015. Most pages on RareWays start at 2020.

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What is Adiposis Dolorosa?

Adiposis dolorosa, also known as Dercum's disease, is a rare condition in which painful fatty deposits build up under the skin, most often on the arms, legs and trunk. The pain can be constant and is often accompanied by fatigue, weakness and easy bruising. There is no single standard treatment, so care focuses on pain relief, physiotherapy and, in some cases, removal of the fatty lumps.

How many clinical trials are available for Adiposis Dolorosa?

RareWays currently indexes 4 clinical trials for Adiposis Dolorosa. These counts cover indexed trials across countries, not just your country. An Australian site does not necessarily mean that site is recruiting. Check locations, eligibility and current availability with the study team.

Where does the research data for Adiposis Dolorosa come from?

RareWays aggregates research from PubMed, Europe PMC, OpenAlex, and ClinicalTrials.gov. Data is refreshed automatically every day. All articles and trials link directly to their original sources.

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