A primer of skin diseases associated with obesity

Scheinfeld, Noah; Parish, Daniel H.; Parish, Lawrence Charles

doi:10.1586/17469872.2.4.409

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“…The results showed that the only significant factor for male and female cohorts was BMI classification of obesity and the results matched previous research findings [12,21]. The results showed that the only significant factor for male and female cohorts was BMI classification of obesity and the results matched previous research findings [12,21].…”

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Relationship between obesity and other risk factors and skin disease among adult Saudi population

Khalil

Shobaili²,

Alzolibani³

et al. 2011

Journal of the Egyptian Public Health Association

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“…Obesity epidemic should be faced with more preventive measures, such as early screening and better dermatological care [12]. This may be due to the increased amount of skin, a change in pathophysiology of skin, or a combination of both.…”

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Relationship between obesity and other risk factors and skin disease among adult Saudi population

Khalil

Shobaili²,

Alzolibani³

et al. 2011

Journal of the Egyptian Public Health Association

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“…46 sible secondary cause of obesity. 44 In fact, SD was described as a skin manifestation often seen in obese individuals. In addition, the link between SD and ED was not the aim of any study yielded.…”

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Striae distensae as a diagnostic indicator for eating disorder pathologies

2022

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Objective This manuscript provides a review of the relationship between patients with an underlying eating disorder (ED) and the presence of striae distensae (SD). Researchers and clinicians have recognized many different skin manifestations associated with EDs. According to the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, EDs include, but are not limited to, anorexia nervosa (AN), bulimia nervosa (BN), and binge eating disorder (BED). The presence of specific skin findings often helps clinicians conclude whether or not a patient may have an underlying ED and require further evaluation. One skin finding associated with an ED with little current literature focus is SD. SD arises from a combination of hormonal imbalances and stretching of the dermis, triggering a local inflammatory response. The presence of SD leaves patients with diminished quality of life. There is no single guideline treatment for SD; however, topical and/or light and laser therapies can be utilized. Method Using online medical literature databases and the PRISMA guidelines, 11 out of 574 articles met the acceptable criteria to be analyzed, emphasizing the lack of current literature on this subject. Results Anxiety and depression were comorbidities demonstrated to be strongly related to AN and obesity, secondary to BED, in patients who developed SD. Higher degrees of suicidal ideation and insomnia, along with lower self‐esteem levels, were more likely to be present in these patients. Conclusion Altogether, this review highlights the importance of continued evaluation of SD and its overall impact on patient's mental health, emphasizing an underlying ED.

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“…Obesity causes organic manifestations with varying impacts and repercussions (1)(2)(3)(4)(5)(6)(7). The main effects of obesity on skin physiology are related to the barrier function, the sebaceous and sweat glands, the hairs, the structure and function of collagen, the cicatrization of wounds, the subcutaneous fat, the lymphatic drainage and the microcirculation (2,4,(8)(9)(10)(11)(12)(13)(14)(15)(16) Dermatoses are more evident in severe obese individuals due to the large portions of skin that are exposed to friction, distension and the formation of folds. In addition, these individuals are more likely to develop diabetes, hypertension, metabolic, cardiovascular and orthopedic disorders, as well as associated comorbidities (5,7,17).…”

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“…Studies have shown that skin disorders in obese individuals can vary in severity, prevalence and response to treatment. They are caused by changes in the skin surface pattern (keratosis pilaris, stretch marks, xanthomas, acrochordons, gynecomastia) (2,(29)(30)(31); hyperandrogenism and hyperinsulinemia (acanthosis nigricans, acne, hirsutism, androgenetic alopecia) (20,(32)(33)(34)(35); increased prevalence of infection (candidiasis, dermatophytosis, folliculitis, furuncles, erythrasma, erysipelas, cellulitis, necrotizing fasciitis) (14,(36)(37)(38); decreased venous return (chronic venous insufficiency, lymphedema, stasis dermatitis and delayed healing of wounds) (13,36). They are also associated with the occurrence of ingrown toenails, keratodermas and calluses on the feet (14,25); and worsening in the severity of psoriasis (39)(40)(41)(42), seborrhea (43)(44) and diabetes symptoms (4,23,35,45).…”

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Dermatological aspects influencing the practice of physical activities by obese individuals

Titski

Leite

2015

Fisioter. mov.

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Objective : The aim of this study was to perform a systematic review of the major skin diseases affecting obese individuals and their influence on physical activity. Methods : Relevant articles were identified by systematically searching PubMed from 2000 to 2014, using the descriptors "skin diseases" and "obesity", "skin disease" and "obesity", "skin diseases" and "physical activity", "skin disease" and "physical activity". The PEDro Scale (in Brazilian Portuguese) was used to rate the methodological quality of the studies. Results : A total of 320 articles were examined in the first phase. In the end, 11 articles met the proposed criteria and were included for analysis in the systematic review. We investigated cutaneous manifestations of diseases and classified them according to their effects under 5 categories: metabolic (n = 10), aesthetic (n = 7), inflammatory (n = 6), mechanical (n = 5) and infectious (n = 3). The most frequent dermatoses among obese were acanthosis nigricans, acrochordon (skin tags), stretch marks, plantar keratodermia, intertrigo, bacterial and fungal infections. Acanthosis nigricans was found to be the most important metabolic implication of obesity. Conclusion : Although neglected, skin lesions are common in obesity and have implications for physical activity because they cause pain, discomfort, friction, infection, inflammation, embarrassment, limitation or difficulty of movement. Strategies to promote skin health may result in a better integration of physical activity into routine therapy and improve the quality of life of obese individuals.

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A primer of skin diseases associated with obesity

Cited by 4 publications

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Relationship between obesity and other risk factors and skin disease among adult Saudi population

Relationship between obesity and other risk factors and skin disease among adult Saudi population

Striae distensae as a diagnostic indicator for eating disorder pathologies

Dermatological aspects influencing the practice of physical activities by obese individuals

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