Cellulite

Skin lumpiness or skin surface dimpling often seen on the thighs, buttocks and abdomen. It is due to protrusion of SUBCUTANEOUS FAT into the DERMIS layer of skin.

Year introduced: 2017

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Tree Number(s): C23.888.885.281

MeSH Unique ID: D000071697

Entry Terms:

• Cellulites

Previous Indexing:

• Adipose Tissue (1978-2016)
• Obesity (1978-2016)

See Also:

• Cellulitis

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Pathological Conditions, Signs and Symptoms
Signs and Symptoms
Skin Manifestations
Cellulite