RID35176 dripping candle wax sign

synonym dripping candle sign dripping candlewax sign dripping wax sign flowing candle wax sign

definition Irregular thickening of bone that resembles wax dripping down a candle, usually due to cortical hyperostosis. Most common in long bones of limbs. Suggests melorheostosis.

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