Diabetic dermopathy is the most common skin condition occurring in up to 70% of patients with diabetes mellitus. These are characterized by small, round, hyperpigmented lesions occurring on the shins, known as shin spots. These lesions are asymptomatic and are mostly common in older patients with longstanding diabetes.
In this video, Dr. Ashu Rastogi , provides insights on diabetic dermopathy by discussing its pathogenesis, risk factors, symptoms, diagnosis and management. He also sheds light on the importance of diabetic dermopathy on other diabetic microvascular complications.
