Abstract |
A 60-year-old woman with adiposis dolorosa for 20 years was treated with repeated intravenous infusions of lidocaine. Partial relief of pain in the legs was obtained after 1.3 gm. A dose of 5.2 gm lidocaine given for 4 days was needed for complete pain relief. The effect lasted for 3 weeks, and then the pain gradually returned. The patient has now been given two additional treatments with complete pain relief for 2 months. The mechanism of the effect remains unknown.
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Authors | L Juhlin |
Journal | Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology
(J Am Acad Dermatol)
Vol. 15
Issue 2 Pt 2
Pg. 383-5
(Aug 1986)
ISSN: 0190-9622 [Print] United States |
PMID | 3734188
(Publication Type: Case Reports, Journal Article)
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Chemical References |
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Topics |
- Adiposis Dolorosa
(physiopathology)
- Female
- Humans
- Infusions, Parenteral
- Lidocaine
(administration & dosage)
- Middle Aged
- Pain, Intractable
(drug therapy)
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