Weber-Christian Disease

Healthy Lungs

Heart & Vascular Health

Contributed byLester Fahrner, MD+1 moreJul 25, 2022

The topic Weber-Christian Disease you are seeking is a synonym, or alternative name, or is closely related to the medical condition Idiopathic Lobular Panniculitis.

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Idiopathic Lobular Panniculitis is condition in which inflammation occurs in the subcutaneous tissue, just beneath the skin. The term ‘panniculitis’ indicates inflammation of fat tissue
The condition causes the presence of painful or painless subcutaneous nodules all over the body; the skin over these nodules may be red in color. The cause of the condition is unknown (idiopathic meaning of unknown cause)
Idiopathic Lobular Panniculitis may also have the involvement of many vital organs such as the heart, lungs, kidneys, intestines, and spleen
Complications may arise from the nodules that include ulceration and bleeding. This can cause scar formation on healing
The treatment involves the use of medications and steroids; however, the prognosis depends upon many factors including the severity of the signs and symptoms and the organs that are affected

Please find comprehensive information on Idiopathic Lobular Panniculitis regarding definition, distribution, risk factors, causes, signs & symptoms, diagnosis, complications, treatment, prevention, prognosis, and additional useful information HERE.

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Krish Tangella MD, MBA

Pathology, Medical Editorial Board, DoveMed Team

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Lester Fahrner, MD

Chief Medical Officer, DoveMed Team

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