Melorheostosis: An Infrequent Source of Limb Soreness
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Melorheostosis, Skeletal dysplasia, Central AustraliaAbstract
Melorheostosis is a rare skeletal dysplasia, and to date there are no reports of this condition in Australia. This is a case of a lady who presented with dull arm pain with a pathognomonic radiological findings. The plain radiographs obtained of the limb demonstrated a characteristic candle wax appearance in a monomelic distribution. The natural history, presentation, and management are discussed in detail.
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