calcinosis

/ˌkælsɪˈnoʊsɪs/
noun
  1. A medical condition in which calcium salts build up abnormally in soft body tissues.
    • Calcinosis can cause painful lumps under the skin.
    • The doctor explained that calcinosis is sometimes linked to autoimmune diseases.
    • Treatment for calcinosis may include medication or surgery to remove deposits.
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