What is Barraquer-Simons syndrome?

Barraquer-Simons syndrome is a rare form of lipodystrophy. It is the loss of the fat layer that lies underneath the skin. Fat loss usually occurs in the face, trunk, and upper extremities, while the hips and legs are usually spared.

How do members experience Barraquer-Simons syndrome?

Top 5 symptoms reported by people with Barraquer-Simons syndrome*

*Reports may be affected by other conditions and/or medication side effects. We ask about general symptoms (anxious mood, depressed mood, fatigue, pain, and stress) regardless of condition.

Top treatments taken by people for Barraquer-Simons syndrome*

Who has Barraquer-Simons syndrome on PatientsLikeMe?

Age

Age Proportion # of patients
<20 0
20s 0
30s 0
40s 1
50s 0
60s 0
70+ 1

Distribution of sex

Sex

Sex Proportion # of patients
Male 1
Female 1