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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.
Lipoatrophy is most commonly seen in patients treated with thymidine analogues and other older HIV drug treatments such as the nucleoside reverse transcriptase inhibitors [NRTIs] [9] like zidovudine (AZT) and stavudine (d4T). [10] Other lipodystrophies manifest as lipid redistribution, with excess, or lack of, fat in various regions of the body ...
In September 2001, Africa Israel Investments, a financial group headed by Lev Leviev won the tender for the creation of Israel TV channel in Russian. Established in November 2002, [1] the channel's first CEO was Yulia Shamalov-Berkovich, who led the company until February 2004. [2] The station began broadcasting on 12 November 2002.
Acquired generalized lipodystrophy (AGL), also known as Lawrence syndrome [1] and Lawrence–Seip syndrome, [1] is a rare skin condition that appears during childhood or adolescence, characterized by fat loss affecting large areas of the body, particularly the face, arms, and legs.
This is a list of television channels available on digital terrestrial, satellite and cable systems in Israel. Channels shown in bright green are available free-to-air with Israel DTT service, called "Idan Plus".
Lipoatrophy is the term describing the localized loss of fat tissue. This may occur as a result of subcutaneous injections of insulin in the treatment of diabetes , from the use of human growth hormone or from subcutaneous injections of copaxone used for the treatment of multiple sclerosis .
Metformin is the main drug used for treatment, as it is normally used for patients with hyperglycemia. [15] Metformin reduces appetite and improves symptoms of hepatic steatosis and polycystic ovary syndrome. [4] Leptin can also be used to reverse insulin resistance and hepatic steatosis, to cause reduced food intake, and decrease blood glucose ...
Lipedema has been described in familial clusters, suggesting a genetic component. [9] It often appears around times of hormonal change such as puberty, pregnancy, and menopause, suggesting a potential hormonal component. [10] Having obesity doesn’t cause lipedema, but more than half of people with this condition have a BMI higher than 35. [11]