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Buffalo hump

June 29th, 2008
I know this probably isn't the right forum but I was unsure about where to post this. Forgive me.

I think I have a buffalo hump but I'm not sure what the cause might be. I'm a 21 year old female and I was thin all of my life until about 4 years ago. I am now about 50 pounds over weight and the weight gain was not rapid. It came on slowly from overeating and inactivity. It is not localized to any one area though I have always had a stomach that protruded and is disproportionately large for the rest of my body especially after eating a meal (even a very small one), even as a very small child it was this way. I can suck it in and make it look normal though. I started noticing a hump at the top of me back around a year and a half ago. I am not on any Antiretroviral drugs, I am not diabetic, and no one else in my family (immediate and extended) on either side has one. I'm confused and embarrassed and I just wish I could figure out why. Does anyone have any insight for me at all?
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antigone
replied July 1st, 2008
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You may want to consult with an orthopedic doctor about this. This could be a skeletal problem. It may be a fatty deposit as well. I would rule out any orthopedic cause first. Have you discussed your concerns with your primary physician? That may be a starting point for you.
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fatnutritionist
replied September 9th, 2008
A buffalo hump is a common marker for something called Poly Cystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS for short). Weight gain is common along with facial hair and bad menstrual cycles. If you have these symptoms, you should ask for a referral to an endrocrinologist to confirm diagnosis.
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rba0711
replied October 7th, 2010
Buffalo Hump
It could be cushing's syndrome. Buffalo hump is a signature symptom, weight gain as well, abnormal presence of facial hair.
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replied October 28th, 2018
Thank you for asking at Ehealth forum!

I read your question and I understand your concern.
This could be due to obesity or hypercortisolism.
I would suggest you to have 24 hour urinary cortisol to sort it out.
I hope it helps. Stay in touch with your healthcare provider for further guidance as our answers are just for education and counselling purposes and cannot be an alternative to actual visit to a doctor.
Take care
Khan
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