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The term Dowagerâs Hump originated from the Greek word âkyphosisâ which means a hump, and dowager for its technical term meaning âdignified elderly womanâ. A physical deformity resulting in a condition of over-curvature of the thoracic spine (upper back) of our body.
Buffalo hump â a mound of fat at the base of the back of the neck. Abnormal hair growth â women with Cushing's syndrome may develop more hair growth on the face or near the belly button. Edema (leg swelling) â due to excess fluid buildup in the lower legs and feet.