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calcinosis [‚kal·sə′nō·səs] (medicine) Deposition of calcium salts in the skin, subcutaneous tissue, or other part of the body in certain pathologic conditions. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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17,18) He found that iron, inorganic salt, or glucocorticoid challenge in vitamin D- or PTH-sensitized rats led to the development of varying degrees of inflammation, calcinosis, and sclerosis in the skin and in virtually all organs examined. Others may develop calcinosis, white lumps beneath the skin that can erupt, leaving painful ulcers. |
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