Synonyms: Lipoatrophia semicircularis | Semicircular lipoatrophy
Pressure-induced localized lipoatrophy is a rare acquired localized lipodystrophy characterized by band-like horizontal asymptomatic lipoatrophic depressions with clinically normal overlying skin usually involving the anterolateral aspect of the thighs. An identifiable history of the repeated mechanical microtrauma due to occupational or postural habits is present.
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Pressure-induced localized lipoatrophy?
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Advocacy Organizations
Lipodystrophy United
Our mission is to provide an interactive community, facilitated support, and education for anyone affected by lipodystrophy. We serve as a resource to increase awareness in the general, medical, and insurance communities. We advocate for new patient diagnosis by assisting healthcare professionals in understanding trends, physical attributes, and clinical symptoms to aid treatment and research.
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