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What could be the cause of fibroadipose nodules in the heel fat pad with thinning of the fat pad?
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Piazogenic papules: Or herniated fat is quite common in the heel region. Genetics plays a role in thinning of fat pads, too much steroid usage has been implicated as well, some diseasemprocessesmare responsible as well, such as rheumatoid arthritis.
Answered 7/30/2014
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