The fat deposits, once present, never spontaneously disappear, and the disease is usually progressive over a period of years. Although multiple cases have been reported in some families, most cases have been singular, with no evidence of hereditary predisposition.
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Top Ivy League Schools: Harvard or Yale? Part of the USâs elite group of Ivy League schools, Harvard and Yale are among the worldâs most acclaimed, aspired-to and competitive universities. Of the eight Ivy League members, these are some of the two highest ranking in the QS World University RankingsÂ®. In the 2015/16 edition, Harvard is ranked 2nd in the world and Yale 15th.