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Cellulite

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Fat layer in skin

Muscle cells vs. fat cells

Cellulite

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Cellulite refers to deposits of body fat, especially on the buttocks, legs, and thighs

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Except for surgery, there is not a lot that can be done to get rid of cellulite once it sets in. However, exercise and weight control can go a long way to prevent the problem and keep it from getting worse. See liposuction for details on surgical removal of body fat.

Update Date: 4/17/2003

Updated by: Michael Lehrer, M.D., Department of Dermatology, University of Pennsylvania Medical Center, Philadelphia, PA. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.

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