Cellulite: Causes, risk factors and treatment

1. Cellulite CAUSES | RISK FACTORS | TREATMENT

2. Introduction to Cellulite Cellulite is a condition where the skin has a dimpled appearance due to more than normal fat accumulation beneath the skin. It is also known as 'orange peel syndrome' or 'cottage cheese skin'. Cellulite is more common in females than males. One of the primary reasons is that women have a higher percentage of body fat than men which is mainly stored in the hips and thighs. In men, fat is mostly stored in the abdomen. These reasons along with the fact that a man’s skin is thicker than a woman make cellulite more pronounced in women. 

3. Symptoms of Cellulite • pain and tenderness in the affected area • redness or inflammation of your skin • a skin sore or rash that appears and grows quickly • a tight, glossy, swollen appearance of the skin • a feeling of warmth in the affected area • a central area that has an abscess with pus formation • afever

4. Causes of Cellulite  Besides an enlargement or overgrowth of fat cells, other reasons for cellulite are: • Reduced microcirculation • Edema • Oxidative stress • Low grade inflammation • Changes in the extracellular matrix • Abnormality in the elasticity and resilience of the skin

5. Risk Factors of Cellulite • Women are more likely to develop cellulite than men on account of having more fat around their thighs, hips and buttocks • Loss of skin elasticity due to ageing • Heredity • Cellulite can affect lean and heavy people but it’s prominent in fat people • Stress • Hormone Imbalance • Distribution of subcutaneous fat

6. Treatment of Cellulite • Laser Treatment • Acoustic Wave Therapy (AWT) • Cellulite Creams • Liposuction • Radiofrequency

7. Diagnosis of Cellulite There are diagnostic tests available (e.g., ultrasound) that can detect the presence of cellulite and determine the extent of the condition; however, these tests are usually unnecessary. Cellulite can be diagnosed by pinching or rolling the skinin the affected area. Although, the appearance of cellulite can be distressing and affect self esteem, the condition does not cause medical problems. In fact, some medical professionals consider cellulite to be a normal condition, especially in women. More than 80–90 percent of women have some degree of cellulite.

8. Preventions of Cellulite • Eating healthy, low fat foods such as fruits, vegetables, and fiber can help one to avoid cellulite. Similarly exercising regularly, maintaining a healthy weight, and reducing stress are recommended to prevent cellulite. • In addition wearing thongs, boyshorts, or looser fitting undergarments can prevent cellulite that might form due to tight elastic.

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