Ankylosing vertebral hyperostosis with tylosis

Ankylosing vertebral hyperostosis with tylosis, also known as Forestier-Rotés-Querol syndrome or diffuse idiopathic skeletal hyperostosis (DISH) with tylosis, is a rare condition that combines two distinct features: abnormal bone growth along the spine and a skin condition called tylosis (thickening of the skin on the palms of the hands and soles of the feet). The bone overgrowth, called hyperostosis, causes the ligaments and tendons attached to the spine to harden and turn into bone over time. This process can fuse sections of the spine together, leading to stiffness and reduced movement. The spinal changes typically cause back pain, stiffness, and difficulty bending or turning. In some people, the bone overgrowth can press on nerves or the spinal cord, causing pain, numbness, or weakness in the arms or legs. The tylosis causes the skin on the hands and feet to become unusually thick and tough, which can be uncomfortable and affect daily activities. Treatment focuses on managing symptoms rather than curing the disease. Pain relief, physical therapy, and skin care are the main approaches. Because this condition is so rare, treatment plans are largely based on managing each person's individual symptoms.

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