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    Glossary Lipoatrophy

    localized loss of fat tissue causing skin indentations

    Lipoatrophy is the localized loss of fat tissue, often resulting in indentations or depressions in the skin. This condition can be caused by repeated injections, certain medications, or autoimmune diseases, and it is commonly seen in people with diabetes who use insulin injections.

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