Abstract
Metabolic syndrome is a group of abnormalities in metabolism including hypertension, central obesity, insulin resistance and dyslipidaemia. Etiopathogenesis is multifactorial including genetic and environmental factors. It is more prevalent in recent decade due to sedentary lifestyle with unhygienic food habits and cause increased prevalence in younger age group. This abnormal metabolism leads to oxidative stress in body involving multiple inflammatory pathways. There are so many dermatoses which are associated with metabolic syndrome due to common factors are involved in etiopathogenesis. These includes psoriasis, acne vulgaris, acanthosis nigricans, hidradenitis suppurativa, atopic dermatitis, androgenetic alopecia, lichen planus. There is increased risk of developing diabetes mellitus and damage to cardiovascular system. Early diagnosis and management are required to reduce risk of complications. These includes active lifestyle, dietary changes and medications.
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