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 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
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