Des vergetures (striae atrophicae) peuvent apparaître sur la peau de quiconque, en particulier à la suite d’une croissance rapide pendant l’adolescence, d’une grossesse ou d’une perte ou prise de poids importante. Les personnes atteintes du syndrome de Marfan sont sujettes à la formation de vergetures, souvent à un âge précoce et sans changement de poids. Des marques ont tendance à apparaître dans les parties du corps soumises à des contraintes, notamment les épaules, les hanches et le bas du dos.
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This book was created to help readers understand the basics of Marfan syndrome diagnosis and treatment, as well to provide guidance on the lifestyle and practical issues commonly encountered by people with Marfan syndrome or a related disorder. Perhaps you have recently been diagnosed with Marfan syndrome—what should you expect? Or your child’s pediatrician has […]
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