Primary lipodystrophies

Primary lipodystrophies: Introduction

Primary lipodystrophies: A group of rare diseases which involve loss of body fat. The body fat loss may be localized to certain parts of the body or may be generalized depending on the particular subtype. More detailed information about the symptoms, causes, and treatments of Primary lipodystrophies is available below.

Symptoms of Primary lipodystrophies

• Loss of body fat - localized or generalized
• Insulin resistance
• Changes in glucose tolerance
• Diabetes
• High blood triglyceride levels
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Wrongly Diagnosed with Primary lipodystrophies?

• Failure to diagnose Primary lipodystrophies
• Undiagnosed: Primary lipodystrophies

Primary lipodystrophies: Complications

Review possible medical complications related to Primary lipodystrophies:

• Acute pancreatitis
• Liver steatosis
• Liver cirrhosis
• Vision problems
• Cardiovascular disease
• Neurological problems
• Kidney problems
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Causes of Primary lipodystrophies

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Primary lipodystrophies: Broader Related Topics

• Lipid metabolism conditions
• Metabolic conditions
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Types of Primary lipodystrophies

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