Cold panniculitis

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  • Prolonged exposure to temp >freezing leads to mild necrosis of subcutaneous fat tissue
  • Seen in children (popsicles) and women involved in equestrian activities
  • Resolution may result in adipose fibrosis w/ cosmetic defects
    • There is no treatment

See Also

Cold Injuries (Non-Freezing)

Source

Tintinalli