Lipoatrophy is a medical term used to describe fat loss primarily in the face, or facial wasting.
Lipoatrophy is most frequently used to describe HIV-positive patients who experience facial wasting, however the aging process can cause fat volume loss in anyone. Typical signs of lipoatrophy include hollow or sunken cheeks.
Common cosmetic treatments include injectable fillers.
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