Tumoral calcinosis
Tumoral Calcinosis
Tumoral calcinosis (pronunciation: too-moh-ral kal-si-no-sis) is a rare medical condition characterized by the development of large calcium deposits in the skin and subcutaneous tissues, particularly around the joints.
Etymology
The term "tumoral calcinosis" is derived from the Latin words "tumor" meaning swelling, "calx" meaning lime, and "osis" meaning condition. Thus, it literally translates to "condition of lime swelling".
Definition
Tumoral calcinosis is a condition that involves the abnormal deposition of calcium salts in soft tissues, forming hard, tumor-like masses. These masses are typically found around the joints, especially the hip, shoulder, and elbow. Despite the name, tumoral calcinosis is not a form of cancer.
Symptoms
The primary symptom of tumoral calcinosis is the presence of hard, painless lumps under the skin. These lumps can vary in size and may cause discomfort or limited joint mobility if they are located near a joint. Other symptoms may include skin ulceration and secondary infection.
Causes
Tumoral calcinosis is often associated with an underlying metabolic disorder, such as hyperphosphatemia or chronic kidney disease. It can also occur as a result of long-term dialysis treatment. In some cases, the cause of tumoral calcinosis is unknown.
Diagnosis
Diagnosis of tumoral calcinosis typically involves a physical examination, medical history, and imaging tests such as X-rays or CT scans. Blood tests may also be performed to check for underlying metabolic disorders.
Treatment
Treatment for tumoral calcinosis focuses on managing the underlying cause, if known, and relieving symptoms. This may involve surgical removal of the calcium deposits, medication to control phosphate levels, and physical therapy to improve joint mobility.
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External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Tumoral calcinosis
- Wikipedia's article - Tumoral calcinosis
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