Dermato-Metabolic Syndrome

Dr SANJAY KALRA; Dr KIRTI KALRA; Dr KIRAN BAJAJ

doi:10.59793/ijcp.v34i11.951

Dermato-Metabolic Syndrome

Authors

Dr SANJAY KALRA Dept. of Endocrinology, Bharti Hospital, Karnal, Haryana, India; University Center for Research & Development, Chandigarh University, Mohali, Punjab, India
Dr KIRTI KALRA Dept. of Dermatology Dr Kirti’s Skin Clinic, Karnal, Haryana, India
Dr KIRAN BAJAJ Dept. of Dermatology Bajaj Skin Clinic, Karnal, Haryana, India

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.59793/ijcp.v34i11.951

Keywords:

Acanthosis,, acne,, diabetes,, dermatology,, dry skin, hirsutism,, polycystic ovary syndrome,, psoriasis,, obesity,, Tinea

Abstract

We define the term ‘dermato-metabolic syndrome’ as the dermatologic (skin, hair, and nail) conditions associated with
metabolic syndrome. These abnormalities can be classified as metabolic (hyperinsulinism, hyperandrogenism, hyperuricemia),
mechanical (involvement of epidermal, dermal, sebaceous and sweat glands, subcutaneous tissue), mitogenic, miasmatic
(infections) and microvascular/venous insufficiency. This construct highlights the importance of skin, and its related
appendages, as a site of target organ damage in metabolic syndrome. The concept underscores the need for team-based
approach towards dermato-vigilance in metabolic patients, metabolic vigilance in dermatologic patients, and management
of both dermatological and metabolic manifestations of dermo-metabolic syndrome.

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Published

2024-04-23

Issue

Vol. 34 No. 11 (2024)

Section

Brief Communication

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