Weber-Christian disease
As well as skin symptoms, panniculitis may also be associated with:
Panniculitis is a broad term meaning inflammation of the fatty layer underneath the skin. It is usually seen in women, on the thighs and lower legs.
As well as skin symptoms, panniculitis may also be associated with: fever fatigue weight loss nausea and vomiting joint pain
There are a wide range of possible causes of panniculitis, although often the cause is not known. Common causes include: an infection usually a viral or bacterial infection, but sometimes Tuberculos
The layer of fat underneath the skin is made of lobules (groups of fat cells) held together by connective tissue. Doctors sometimes classify the disease as either: mostly septal the inflammation mos
Doctors will aim to treat the underlying cause of the panniculitis, if known, and relieve some of the symptoms. While treatment is underway, you will be asked to ensure you get enough rest and to elev