Barraquer-Simons syndrome
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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.
Common symptoms reported by people with Barraquer-Simons syndrome
Treatments taken by people with Barraquer-Simons syndrome
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Compare treatments taken by people with Barraquer-Simons syndrome
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Who has Barraquer-Simons syndrome on PatientsLikeMe?
- 2 patients have this condition
- 0 new patients joined this month
- 1 say Barraquer-Simons syndrome is their primary condition
| Age | Proportion | # of patients |
|---|---|---|
| <20 | 0 | |
| 20s | 0 | |
| 30s | 0 | |
| 40s | 1 | |
| 50s | 0 | |
| 60s | 0 | |
| 70+ | 1 |
| Age at first symptom | Proportion | # of patients |
|---|---|---|
| 0-19 years | 1 | |
| 20-29 years | 0 | |
| 30-39 years | 0 | |
| 40-49 years | 0 | |
| 50-59 years | 0 | |
| 60-69 years | 0 | |
| 70+ years | 0 |
Distribution of sex
| Sex | Proportion | # of patients |
|---|---|---|
| Male | 1 | |
| Female | 1 |
| Diagnosis status | Proportion | # of patients |
|---|---|---|
| Diagnosed | 1 | |
| Not Diagnosed | 0 |
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