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[Skin diseases and obesity].

O Martalo1, C Piérard-Franchimont, A Scheen

  • 1Université de Liège, Service de Dermatopathologie.

Revue Medicale De Liege
|April 16, 2003
PubMed
Summary

Obesity significantly impacts skin health, altering physiology and increasing the prevalence of various skin conditions. Common dermatoses linked to obesity include acanthosis nigricans and skin tags.

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Area of Science:

  • Dermatology
  • Endocrinology
  • Public Health

Context:

  • Obesity is a complex, chronic disease with widespread health implications.
  • Cutaneous physiology is notably affected by obesity.
  • Certain skin conditions are more common in individuals with obesity.

Purpose:

  • To outline the relationship between obesity and dermatological conditions.
  • To highlight common skin manifestations associated with obesity.

Summary:

  • Obesity alters skin physiology.
  • Increased prevalence of dermatoses such as acanthosis nigricans, skin tags, striae distensae, and intertrigo is observed.
  • Other conditions include signs of hyperandrogeny, stasis acroangiodermatitis, leg ulcers, and lymphoedema.

Impact:

  • Understanding these links is crucial for comprehensive obesity management.
  • Early recognition of obesity-related dermatoses can aid in diagnosis and treatment.
  • Highlights the systemic effects of obesity on the integumentary system.

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