Metabolic syndrome and pigmentation: a review of the connecting link
Abheek Sila b c, Shreya Poddard, Anupam Dasb e f✉, Diptarup Rayb e f
- aDepartment of Dermatology, Venereology, and Leprosy, PKG Medical College and Hospital , Kolkata
- bDepartment of Dermatology, Venereology, and Leprosy
- cPKG Medical College and Hospital , Kolkata
- dConsultant Dermatologist , Kolkata
- eDepartment of Dermatology, Venereology, and Leprosy, KPC Medical College & Hospital , Kolkata
- fKPC Medical College & Hospital , Kolkata
- ✉Corresponding author
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Abstract
There is an ongoing interest regarding the association of metabolic syndrome (MetS) and skin diseases. However, the link between MetS and pigmentation has not been extensively explored. In this review, we undertake a detailed discussion on the existing literature on this topic, the various implicated pathomechanisms and/or molecular pathways, and highlight scope for further scientific exploration. A better understanding of the relationship between MetS and disorders of pigmentation contributes to early diagnosis and prevention, as well as providing clues for developing novel therapeutic strategies.
TL;DRA detailed discussion on the existing literature on this niche area, the various implicated pathomechanisms and/or molecular pathways, and scope for further scientific exploration are undertaken. (Semantic Scholar)