Lawrence
Lawrence Syndrome
Lawrence Syndrome (pronounced: law-rence sin-drome) is a rare medical condition characterized by a variety of symptoms, including insulin resistance, acanthosis nigricans, and hyperandrogenism. The syndrome is named after the British endocrinologist, Dr. Robert Lawrence, who first described the condition in 1966.
Etymology
The term "Lawrence Syndrome" is derived from the name of Dr. Robert Lawrence, who first identified and described the condition. The word "syndrome" comes from the Greek word "syndromē," which means "concurrence of symptoms," or "running together."
Symptoms
Patients with Lawrence Syndrome typically present with a range of symptoms, including:
- Insulin resistance: This is a condition in which the body's cells become resistant to the effects of insulin, a hormone that regulates the amount of glucose in the blood.
- Acanthosis nigricans: This is a skin condition characterized by dark, thick, velvety skin in body folds and creases.
- Hyperandrogenism: This is a medical condition characterized by excessive levels of androgens (male hormones) in the body.
Diagnosis
Diagnosis of Lawrence Syndrome is typically based on the presence of the above symptoms, as well as laboratory tests to measure insulin resistance and androgen levels. In some cases, a skin biopsy may be performed to confirm the diagnosis of acanthosis nigricans.
Treatment
Treatment for Lawrence Syndrome typically involves managing the individual symptoms. This may include lifestyle modifications such as diet and exercise to improve insulin resistance, medications to reduce androgen levels, and topical treatments for acanthosis nigricans.
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External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Lawrence
- Wikipedia's article - Lawrence
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