Abstract:Obesity is a chronic disease that is increasing worldwide, both amongst adults and children. As per family health survey conducted by Ministry of Health and Family Welfare in 2022, 38% women and 36.5% of men in Kerala are overweight or obese. It can affect almost all organs, including the skin. Obesity among children is increasing in India with an overall prevalence of 8-10% (15-20% in urban population). The cutaneous manifestations can be associated both with the age of onset and duration of obesity. However,… Show more
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