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Necrobiosis Lipoidica: Symptoms, Causes & Treatment

النيكروبيوسيس الشحمي السكري

Quick summary

Waxy brown plaques on the legs associated with diabetes. Treated with topical steroids and glycemic control.

Last updated: 23 July 2026
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Treatment

  • Potent topical corticosteroids.
  • Glycemic control.
  • PUVA or topical tacrolimus for refractory cases.