How do you manage patients with Dercum's disease?  

Fortunately, I haven't had too many patients with Dercum's Disease (Adiposis Dolorosa). I had a patient with a few tumors that were particularly painful. We excised those tumors, which helped her. I've never tried an intralesional steroid injection, but I know it's been reported. In terms of systemi...

This is a rare disorder. There is no standard treatment. Usually, therapy is catered to specific symptoms. Pain can affect QOL. Pain management strategies can be used with the assistance of our pain management colleagues. Lipectomy can be used and can be effective five for pain control but the pain ...