Bob James Jr., founding president of La Jolla New Generations Rotary Club, says that the group chose to support research for Dercum’s disease because a fellow Rotarian is currently battling it.
“We know that it is a very under-diagnosed disease and that research into its cure is extremely underfunded,” James says. "We were hoping to give hope to our fellow Rotarian and for all others who suffer from Dercum’s disease.”
Dercum's disease, also known as Adiposis Dolorosa, is an extremely rare disorder characterized by multiple, painful growths consisting of fatty tissue that can range in size from a grain of rice to a softball. It can cause many symptoms including muscle and joint pain, as well as palpitations, gastrointestinal problems, fatigue and sleep disorders. The exact cause of Dercum's disease is unknown.
The official site is sandiegocupcake.com and there's more info on Facebook. Sprinkles Cupcakes is a sponsor.
July 24th : 1pm-4pm : Del Mar Powerhouse 1658 Coast Boulevard Del Mar, CA
Description
Tickets: $40.00
VIP: $80.00 (contact us for more info)
Includes entry, music, 2 drink tickets & cupcakes
Location:
...Del Mar Powerhouse
1658 Coast Boulevard
Del Mar, CA
Cupcakes & Cocktails is being hosted by the La Jolla New Generations Rotary Club to raise money for Dercum's Disease research.
For more information email info at sandiegocupcake.com
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