acquired generalized lipodystrophy
Acquired generalized lipodystrophy belongs to a group of lipodystrophic syndromes characterized by loss of adipose tissue, and is a syndrome of insulin resistance that leads to increased cardiovascular risk. Acquired generalized lipodystrophy is related to a selective loss of subcutaneous adipose tissue occurring exclusively at the extremities (face, legs, arms, palms and sometimes soles).
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diabetes mellitus
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acquired lipodystrophy
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generalized lipodystrophy
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Lawrence syndrome
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Lawrence-Seip syndrome
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acquired generalized lipodystrophy
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acquired lipoatrophic diabetes
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