Synonym(s)
Cellulite; dermatopanniculosis deformans
DefinitionThis section has been translated automatically.
A popular term for a constitutionally determined, circumscribed increase and change in subcutaneous fatty tissue in the thigh and glutaeal area. When the skin in the affected area is pushed together, the so-called mattress phenomenon and orange peel phenomenon can be triggered. In the American cosmetics industry cellulite is described as "that lumpy-bumpy skin of the thighs that 90% of the women have and all hate".
ClassificationThis section has been translated automatically.
4 stages are distinguished according to their severity:
- Stage1: Only when the skin is pushed together tangentially, a "peau-d`orange" aspect appears.
- Stage 2: In case of muscle tension, a wavy skin surface becomes visible, especially on the buttocks.
- Stage 3: Even at rest and when lying down, a wavy skin surface is visible.
- Stage 4: Even at rest and when lying down, the skin has a bumpy surface.
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EtiopathogenesisThis section has been translated automatically.
Caused by a special anatomical condition of the female fat tissue. The phenomenon has no pathological basis whatsoever. Accused "disturbances of the microcirculation", "endocrine metabolic anomalies", "metabolic inertia" belong to the realm of legends.
ManifestationThis section has been translated automatically.
Almost exclusively in women. Also in obese male children. The phenomenon can also be observed in neuters.
General therapyThis section has been translated automatically.
Weight reduction, physical exercise, robotic measures and massages.
External therapyThis section has been translated automatically.
Attempt of external application of caffeinated (2%) hydrophilic lotions or creams, e.g. Crealite.
Note(s)This section has been translated automatically.
Most propagated therapies are ineffective. In this respect, every serious doctor should refrain from propagating scientifically unproven therapy modalities.
LiteratureThis section has been translated automatically.
- Koblenz CS (2003) Psychosocial aspects of beauty: how and why to look good. Clin Dermatol 21: 473-475
- Nuremberg F, Müller G (1978) So-called cellulite: an invented disease. J Dermatol Surg Oncol 4: 221-229
- Pierard-Franchimont C et al (2000) A randomized, placebo-controlled trial of topical retinol in the treatment of cellulite. At J Clin Dermatol 1: 369-374
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Please ask your physician for a reliable diagnosis. This website is only meant as a reference.
Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer