Barraquer-Simons syndrome: A rare disorder that occurs in children and involves the progressive loss of fat layers under the skin which affects the face first and then spreads to the chest region and limbs. More detailed information about the symptoms, causes, and treatments of Barraquer-Simons syndrome is available below.
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