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Lipoatrophia semicircularis, also known as semicircular lipoatrophy, [1] is a medical condition in humans, commonly known as ribbed thighs. It consists of a semicircular zone of atrophy of the subcutaneous fatty tissue located mostly on the front of the thighs. Skin and underlying muscles remains intact.
A more specific term, lipoatrophy (from Greek lipo ' fat ' and dystrophy ' abnormal or degenerative condition '), is used when describing the loss of fat from one area (usually the face). This condition is also characterized by a lack of circulating leptin which may lead to osteosclerosis .
The skin of a cat deficient in zinc would likely have erythema and hair loss. The cat may have crusty, scaly skin on its limbs or tail. [1] The coat of the cat becomes dull. Similarly, copper can affect coat health of cats; deficiencies will cause fading of coat color and weakened skin, leading to lesions. [3] [4]
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[2] [4] [6] [7] The syndrome usually appears in cats after they've reached maturity, with most cases first arising in cats between one and five years old. [1] [2] [4] The condition is most commonly identified by frantic scratching, biting or grooming of the lumbar area, generally at the base of the tail, and a rippling or rolling of the dorsal ...
"Cat owners have probably noticed their cats like to rub against things," Dr. Diehl says. "They're marking these areas, but sometimes that can leave a residue that people find dirty, so they clean ...
The exact cause of lentigo in cats is not well understood, but it is believed to be linked to genetics. As a result, the condition is more prevalent in certain cat colors or patterns.
The dermis contains two vascular networks that run parallel to the skin surface—one superficial and one deep plexus—which are connected by vertical communicating vessels. [8] [11] The function of blood vessels within the dermis is fourfold: to supply nutrition, to regulate temperature, to modulate inflammation, and to participate in wound ...